West Side, New York, NY
Is West Side a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe2540
Medium1579
Low1608
Other3432
146 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape37
Child involved49
Assault52
Other39
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 responded to a report of a male refusing to leave the service gate area at the East 181 Street station on the A line. Multiple units were requested to check the location and handle the disorderly person complaint. | St, New York, NY 10033 | Disturbance |
| 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, dispatch requested to (number withheld) Bleecker Street, (number withheld), for a possible emotional disturbance. | Bleecker St, Jersey City, NJ 07307 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm activation throughout a two-story mixed-use building on Bergenline Avenue in Union City. Units investigated and it was reported that nothing was showing. | Bergenline Ave, Union City, NJ 07087 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a patient fell on the street near Bergen Street and North 10th Street. Nearby units were requested to provide help. | W 10th St, New York, NY 10014 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a third-party report of a possible burglary in progress at a residence on the second floor of a building on Lincoln Street. A caller said her friend reported that someone may be trying to break into her home. | Lincoln St 2nd floor, Jersey City, NJ 07307 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units are dispatched to investigate a reported odor of gas near West 94th Street by Riverside Drive and West End Avenue in Manhattan. | W 94th St, New York, NY 10025 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a male patient is being transported to Lenox Hill hospital with paramedics from units West Side 46 and 67 on board. | E 77th St, New York, NY 10075 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$3,141,317
Vacancy Rate
0.0%
Vacancy Rate
0%
Neighborhood Overview
West Side is a rural neighborhood in New York, NY with historic residences mostly built before 1939 and some between 1970 and 1999.
The housing supply is very tight with a 0.0% vacancy rate, indicating strong demand.
RuralHistoric HomesVery Low VacancyTight Housing Supply
Quick Facts
| College Graduates | 0.0% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
West Side's housing is historic with very low vacancy and primarily renter occupied.
| Housing Age | Built mostly before 1939 and some between 1970 and 1999 |
|---|
What buyers will notice right away
Zero vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited supply.
Many homes are historic, adding unique character to the neighborhood.
Families & Lifestyle
West Side has very low childhood poverty and no college graduates among adults.
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| College Graduates | 0.0% |
Demographics
| College Graduates | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Lower than 100% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Top Ancestry | ["Native American (0.0%)"] |
Commute
West Side residents have long commutes and unique ferry commuting patterns.
Long commutes and ferry use shape the neighborhood's transit profile.
Long Commutes — Most residents have commutes longer than one hour.
Ferry Transit — Ferry is the primary commute mode despite low reported percentage.
| Main Commute Time | Longer than one hour |
|---|---|
| Ferry Commute | 0.0% |
Homes for sale near 10024
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vacancy rate in West Side?
The vacancy rate is 0.0%, indicating very tight housing supply.
Are there many college graduates in West Side?
No, 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree.
What is the typical commute like?
Most residents have commutes longer than one hour, often using ferries.