Lower East Side, New York NY
Is Lower East Side a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe2253
Medium1759
Low2174
Other4122
246 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape64
Child involved72
Assault93
Other64
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, emergency crews responded near East Houston Street and Suffolk Street for a medical incident involving a second patient with a burn. Additional EMS units and a spare bus were requested to support the response. | E Houston St & Suffolk St, New York, NY 10002 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported they would stop by a location on Ogden Avenue in Jersey City to check on a possible disorderly person. | Ogden Ave., Jersey City, NJ 07307 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a missing person call near Dwight Street in Jersey City after a woman reported her child's father and a minor missing since the previous evening. The adult man and young daughter were later reported to have returned home, and the caller canceled the complaint. | Dwight St, Jersey City, NJ 07305 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical and domestic-related call occurred near Greene Street involving a person at an apartment. A third-party caller reported texting from the location about a domestic issue without mention of weapons. | Greene St, Jersey City, NJ 07302 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services were dispatched to a location near Virginia Avenue for a possible heart problem on the first floor. | Virginia Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07304 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS are dispatched to a possible unconscious person at a location on Central Ave in Jersey City. | Central Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07307 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible break in report on the second floor of a building on Lincoln Street between Milton and Summit in Jersey City. A third party caller reported someone might be trying to break in, but officers found the upstairs door locked and first floor residents reported hearing no one upstairs. | Lincoln St 2nd floor, Jersey City, NJ 07307 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are responding to a report of a person down at the intersection of Grove Street and Mercer Street, with EMS notified. | Mercer St & Grove St, Jersey City, NJ 07302 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on a red vehicle near Central Avenue and Prospect Street in Jersey City while en route to a parking complaint. The officer reported that no backup was needed. | Central Ave & Prospect St, Jersey City, NJ 07307 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch requested to (number withheld) Bleecker Street, (number withheld), for a possible emotional disturbance. | Bleecker St, Jersey City, NJ 07307 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$1,360,350
Average Rent
$2,581
Vacancy Rate
10.6%
Population Density
98,137 per sq mile
Overview
Lower East Side is a densely urban neighborhood in New York, NY, with a median home price of $1,360,350, more expensive than most New York neighborhoods.
The housing stock is mostly older apartments built between 1940 and 1969, with high owner occupancy and a vacancy rate of 10.6%, above the national average.
Densely UrbanOwner OccupiedBuilt 1940-1969High Vacancy
Housing market and real estate character
Lower East Side's housing is dominated by owner-occupied apartment complexes mostly built between 1940 and 1969.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Apartment complexes and high-rises |
| Built 1940-1969 | 88.5% of homes |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes built during the Baby Boom era, giving the neighborhood a distinct character.
Vacancy rate above average, indicating possible weak demand or new construction.
Families & Lifestyle
Lower East Side offers a diverse, upper-middle income community with strong transit and walking commutes.
High rates of walking and train commuting support a transit-oriented lifestyle.
Low child poverty rate distinguishes this neighborhood from many urban areas.
Transit-Oriented — Among the top neighborhoods nationally for train and walking commutes.
Diverse Community — Ethnically diverse with a mix of ancestries and languages.
| Walk to Work | 33.9% |
|---|---|
| Train Commuters | 34.4% |
| Bicycle Commuters | 3.7% |
Demographics
| Executive, Manager, Professional Workforce | 64.7% |
|---|---|
| Clerical and Tech Support | 14.2% |
| Income Level | Upper-middle income |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Top Languages | ["English (82.8%)","Spanish","Chinese"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Irish (9.3%)","Asian (7.6%)","Puerto Rican (7.2%)","Italian (7.0%)","Eastern European (6.8%)"] |
Commute
Residents enjoy strong transit options with many walking, taking the train, or biking to work.
Lower East Side supports a transit-rich lifestyle with high walking and train commuting rates.
Moderate Commute Length — Most residents commute between 30 and 45 minutes.
Transit Focused — High use of train and walking for commuting.
Bike Friendly — Among the top neighborhoods nationally for bike commuting.
| Main Commute Time | 30-45 minutes |
|---|---|
| Train Commute Rate | 34.4% |
| Walk to Work | 33.9% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 5.4% |
Homes for sale near 10002
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$572,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 2,550 sqft
10002 Harbor Place Dr
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Lower East Side?
The median home price is $1,360,350, more expensive than 84.2% of New York neighborhoods.
What types of housing are common?
Mostly apartment complexes and high-rises built between 1940 and 1969, with high owner occupancy.
How do most residents commute?
Many walk (33.9%) or take the train (34.4%) to work, with moderate commute times.