Gleane St / Baxter Ave, Queens, NY
Is Gleane St / Baxter Ave a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe626
Medium254
Low402
Other877
94 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape35
Child involved16
Assault2
Other43
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, 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 |
| 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, a medical call involves a patient in a black Honda Pilot near 1st Avenue and East 96th Street. Units were requested for a bus in the area. | 1st Ave & E 96th St, New York, NY 10029 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units responded to a reported car crash on the Brooklyn-bound outer roadway of the Williamsburg Bridge. One person was still in the vehicle but did not appear to be trapped, and the rescue response was reduced while EMS was assigned. | Williamsburg Bridge, Brooklyn, NY | Traffic |
| 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 request was made for a bus to transport a patient from Spencer Street and Park Avenue to UW. | Spencer St & Park Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was dispatched near 30th Avenue and 41st Street in Astoria for a pet struck. Emergency units responded, with one unit later canceled after EMS was reported en route. | 41st St & 30th Ave., Queens, NY 11103 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units responded to a reported incident where a bus apparently struck a pedestrian near 30th Avenue and 41st Street in Queens. | 41st St & 30th Ave., Queens, NY 11103 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$523,025
Average Rent
$3,649
Vacancy Rate
6.7%
Renter Occupied
85.3%
Overview
Gleane St / Baxter Ave is a densely urban neighborhood in Queens with a median home price of $523,025, less expensive than 59.3% of New York neighborhoods.
The area is highly walkable and dominated by small to medium apartment buildings, with a high percentage of renter-occupied units.
Densely UrbanHighly WalkableSmall ApartmentsHigh Transit Use
Housing market and real estate character
Housing here is mostly small to medium apartment complexes and high-rises, with a dominant renter occupancy.
| Small Apartments (1-2 bedrooms) | 84.7% |
|---|---|
| Large Apartment Buildings | 77.2% |
| Vacancy Rate | 6.7% |
What buyers will notice right away
Most housing units are renter occupied, uncommon for buyers.
Small apartments dominate, suitable for singles or small households.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a diverse population with a strong presence of South American and Asian ancestries and a high rate of childhood poverty.
Diverse Community — Languages include Spanish, English, Chinese, and Tagalog, reflecting rich cultural variety.
Transit-Oriented — Nearly 60% commute by train, supporting a transit-friendly lifestyle.
| Child Poverty Rate | 25.6% |
|---|---|
| South American Ancestry | 37.2% |
| Asian Ancestry | 35.1% |
Demographics
| Sales and Service Occupations | 45.8% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Lower-middle |
| Child Poverty Rate | 25.6% |
| South American Ancestry | 37.2% |
| Asian Ancestry | 35.1% |
| Foreign Born | 65.4% |
| Primary Language: Spanish | 56.5% |
Commute
Most residents have longer commutes, with a majority using the train to get to work.
Gleane St / Baxter Ave is highly transit-oriented with the highest train ridership nationally and longer average commute times.
High Train Use — Nearly 60% of commuters use the train, among the highest in the nation.
Longer Commutes — Over half of residents commute between 45 minutes and one hour.
| Train Commuters | 59.7% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone | 9.0% |
| Walk to Work | 7.7% |
| Longest Commute 45-60 min | 51.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price?
The median home price is $523,025, less expensive than 59.3% of New York neighborhoods.
What types of housing are common?
Small to medium apartment complexes and high-rises dominate, with 85.3% renter occupancy.
How do most residents commute?
Most residents (59.7%) commute by train, higher than 99.9% of U.S. neighborhoods.