Queens, NY
Is Crocheron Ave / 169th St a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Queens, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe246
Medium102
Low159
Other581
35 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape13
Child involved10
Assault1
Other11
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 medical services dispatched to 76th Road and Parsons Boulevard, with unit 7605 responding to assist. | 76th Rd & Parsons Blvd, Queens, NY 11366 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units and medics were dispatched to a possible major trauma at the intersection of 76th Road and Parsons Boulevard in Queens, with additional backup requested. | 76th Rd & Parsons Blvd, Queens, NY 11366 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported panhandling incident near 167th–168th Street on a subway line involving a male who is handcuffed and wearing a red shirt and mask. | 168th St, Queens, NY | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units are dispatched to a reported fire near Tobin Avenue and Broadway. Company 4 is assigned to respond to the scene. | Tobin Ave, Great Neck, NY 11021 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police units responded to a license plate reader alert near Fourteenth Avenue and the Cross Island Parkway exit in Queens. Radio traffic later referenced a silver Mercedes with a Georgia license plate reportedly wanted in connection with a possible gunpoint vehicle theft traveling toward the Whitestone area. | 14th Ave & Cross Island Pkwy, Queens, NY 11357 | Weapons |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving an elderly person was reported near 84th Street at 62nd and 63rd Avenues in Middle Village, Queens. EMS units were dispatched with additional backup and bus support requested. | 62nd Dr & 63rd Ave, Queens, NY 11374 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call reports a patient possibly passing out in a private house near Burberry Lane off Fairview Avenue and Tottenville Road in Great Neck. Units 433 and 430 are responding and backing up. | Fairview Ave, Great Neck, NY 11023 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to Peck Avenue and 218th Street in Queens for a 50-year-old male feeling ill. | 218th St & Peck Ave, Queens, NY 11427 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services are dispatched to 57th Road and Yellowstone Boulevard in Queens for a 27-year-old person. | Yellowstone Blvd, Queens, NY | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched to a reported three-car motor vehicle accident near Lakeville Road and Union Turnpike in Queens. Multiple companies and units were assigned after the incident was called in by another unit. | Union Tpke & Lakeville Rd, Queens, NY 11040 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$957,855
Average Rent
$4,055
Vacancy Rate
5.8%
Overview
Crocheron Ave / 169th St is a densely urban neighborhood in Queens, NY, with many historic small apartment buildings.
Median home price is $957,855, higher than 63.6% of NYC neighborhoods, and average rent is $4,055, above 73.9% of the city.
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Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 5.8% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The neighborhood's housing stock is dominated by small 2-4 unit apartment buildings with a mix of owners and renters.
| Small 2-4 Unit Apartment Buildings | 38.6% |
|---|---|
| Historic Homes (Built 1939 or earlier) | Significant portion |
| Owner & Renter Occupied | Mixed |
What buyers will notice right away
High share of small apartment buildings offers distinct urban character.
Vacancy rate near national median suggests balanced housing availability.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood has a diverse population with a strong presence of professionals and notable childhood poverty rate.
Transit-Oriented Living — High train ridership supports a commuter-friendly lifestyle.
| Executive & Professional Occupations | 52.9% |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 29.9% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 52.9% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Above average |
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 29.9% |
| Asian Ancestry | 57.7% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 50.0% |
| Primary Language (Greek) | 7.5% |
| Top Languages | Chinese, English, Spanish, Korean, Greek |
Commute
Many residents commute by train, with a typical commute longer than average.
Crocheron Ave / 169th St ranks among the highest nationally for train commuting, supporting transit-oriented lifestyles.
High Train Ridership — Over 32% commute by train, exceeding 98.5% of U.S. neighborhoods.
Mixed Commute Modes — Significant driving and bus use complement train transit.
| Drive Alone | 40.3% |
|---|---|
| Train Commute | 32.6% |
| Bus Commute | 7.5% |
| Typical Commute Time | 45-60 minutes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Crocheron Ave / 169th St?
The median home price is $957,855, more expensive than 63.6% of NYC neighborhoods.
How common is train commuting here?
32.6% of residents commute by train, higher than 98.5% of U.S. neighborhoods.