Melville, NY Neighborhood

Is Lower Melville a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe678

Medium698

Low1171

Other2282

52 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape23

Child involved11

Assault0

Other19

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime date	Crime description	Address	Crime category
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units are dispatched to a possible fire alarm activation near Warren Drive across from Linda Circle in Syosset, New York.	Warren Dr, Syosset, NY 11791	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible suspicious vehicle parked in front of a home on Centerwood Street in West Babylon. The gray Chevy was reported to be occupied by two people.	Centerwood St, West Babylon, NY 11704	Suspicious Activity
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported aggravated harassment complaint involving an ongoing dispute between neighbors near Linden Street in Greenlawn. The caller was described as uncooperative and claimed to have video of a female neighbor harassing him. Dispatch notes mentioned a possible history of the caller yelling racial slurs at call takers and threatening to record police for an attorney.	Linden St, Huntington, NY 11743	Assault Report
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible commercial alarm at a business on Court Road near Sherwood Avenue, with a report of an unclear low alarm in the area.	Sherwood Ave, East Farmingdale, NY 11735	Break-In
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services respond to an adult female possibly having a stroke near Donald Lane North.	Donald Ln, Huntington, NY 11743	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were sent to a home on Elderwood Lane off Crest for a possible fire situation. No flames or smoke were reported, but people were advised to evacuate as a precaution.	Elderwood Ln, Melville, NY 11747	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible ATM alarm at a bank on Broadhollow Road near Pine Lawn, with reference to a mobile safe room in Burbank.	Broadhollow Rd, Farmingdale, NY 11735	Break-In
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, units are dispatched to a reported fire alarm at a residence on Elderwood Lane near Wilcrest Drive. Radio traffic indicates the alarm is sounding but there is apparently no visible fire.	Elderwood Ln, Melville, NY 11747	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units are investigating a reported odor of fuel, oil, or gas in a residence near Old Country Road by Honeysuckle and Lewis. The occupants have been evacuated as a precaution.	Old Country Rd, Deer Park, NY 11729	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a report of a highly intoxicated person near the intersection of Western Avenue and Laurel in Deer Park. They indicate they may need a supervisor to assist.	Western Ave, Deer Park, NY 11729	Substance Use

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Median Home Price

$926,742

Average Rent

$6,728

Vacancy Rate

0.6%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Lower Melville in Melville, NY has a median home price of $926,742 and average rent of $6,728, both above most New York neighborhoods. The vacancy rate is very low at 0.6%, indicating high demand.

This suburban neighborhood mainly consists of small to medium apartment complexes and townhomes, mostly owner occupied, with many homes built since 2000.

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Quick Facts

Suburban Neighborhood	Yes

Housing market and real estate character

Lower Melville's housing is dominated by owner-occupied small to medium apartments and townhomes, mostly built since 2000.

Owner Occupied Rate	High
Housing Types	Small to medium apartments and townhomes
Housing Age	Mostly built 2000 or later, some 1970-1999

What buyers will notice right away

Very low vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited supply.

Many residences built since 2000, offering newer construction options.

Families & Lifestyle

Lower Melville is an upper-middle income neighborhood with a very low child poverty rate and a unique mix of occupations.

Retiree Friendly — Ranked more retiree-friendly than 99.8% of New York neighborhoods.

Diverse Occupations — Strong presence of executives and sales/service workers.

Executive, Management & Professional Occupations	48.4%
Children Below Poverty Line	0.0%
Divorcee Concentration	Higher than 95.9% of U.S. neighborhoods

Demographics

Executive, Management & Professional Occupations	48.4%
English Speaking Households	83.3%
Top Languages	English, Spanish, Languages of India
Foreign Born Residents	12.3%
Top Ancestries	Irish (20.4%), Italian (18.8%), German (6.7%), Russian (6.5%), Eastern European (6.0%)

Commute

Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone, with a notable train commute share.

Lower Melville offers short commutes and a mix of driving and train transit options.

Short Commutes — 40.1% of commuters spend under 15 minutes traveling to work.

Transit Options — Nearly 8% use train transit, higher than many neighborhoods.

Commute Under 15 Minutes	40.1%
Drive Alone to Work	72.7%
Carpool Rate	9.3%
Train Commute Rate	7.9%

Homes for sale near 11747

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