Greenway N / Puritan Ave, Queens, NY
Is Queens, NY (Greenway N / Puritan Ave) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe332
Medium236
Low107
Other634
46 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape10
Child involved15
Assault0
Other25
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 medical call reports an elderly person down a flight of stairs near East 21st and Robert S. Units F162 and 414 were dispatched to the location. | South St, Herricks, NY 11040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a patient with chest pain is reported near Kingston Avenue and Pine Street. Multiple medical units and paramedics are dispatched to the area. | Kingston Ave, South Floral Park, NY 11001 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, unit 961 and Medic 1 are transporting one patient from near May Avenue to Winthrop. Mileage and start of transport info were communicated. | 1st St, Mineola, NY 11501 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an elderly female apparently fell near Rose Lane between Patton Boulevard and Lakeville Road, resulting in injuries and bleeding. | Lakeville Rd & Patton Blvd, North New Hyde Park, NY 11040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency appears to involve an elderly female who fell and is bleeding near Rose Lane and Christopher Patton Boulevard. | Patton Blvd & Rose Ln, North New Hyde Park, NY 11040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a male was reported shaking near Terrace Boulevard and West End Avenue. An ambulance was requested and dispatched. | Terrace Blvd & West End Ave, New Hyde Park, NY 11040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was reported for a male shaking near Lincoln Avenue, between Terrace Boulevard and West End Avenue. | Terrace Blvd & West End Ave, New Hyde Park, NY 11040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a reported general fire alarm at a grocery store on Northern Boulevard near Washington Boulevard and Colby Road in Manhasset. The alarm company apparently provided a slightly incorrect address, but dispatch confirmed it referred to the same building where fire crews were already on scene. | Northern Blvd, Manhasset, NY 11030 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units investigate a reported water leak in the basement of police headquarters near Stewart Avenue between Southern Avenue and Franklin Avenue in Garden City. | Stewart Ave, Garden City, NY 11530 | Other Non-Crime Event |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are sent to investigate a reported water leak in the basement of police headquarters near Stewart Avenue and Franklin Avenue. | Stewart Ave, Garden City, NY 11530 | Other Non-Crime Event |
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Median Home Price
$2,011,465
Average Rent
$6,728
Vacancy Rate
11%
Neighborhood Overview
Greenway N / Puritan Ave is a densely urban neighborhood in Queens with mostly historic homes built before 1940.
Median home price is $2,011,465, higher than 93.8% of New York neighborhoods, with a vacancy rate of 11.0%.
UrbanHistoric HomesExecutive Lifestyle
Quick Facts
| Walkability | One of the most walkable neighborhoods in America |
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Housing market and real estate character
Housing includes many row houses and attached homes with a high share of owner occupancy and historic residences.
| Row Houses & Attached Homes | 39.2% |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority |
| Historic Homes (Built ≤1939) | 84.6% |
What buyers will notice right away
High concentration of historic homes offers unique character.
Higher vacancy rate may indicate weaker demand or new construction.
Families & Lifestyle
Greenway N / Puritan Ave attracts urban sophisticates and highly educated executives.
High work-from-home rate suggests a creative or tech-oriented population.
Large share of executives shapes neighborhood character.
Urban Sophisticates — More urban sophisticates than 99.7% of U.S. neighborhoods.
LGBTQ Friendly — 3.2% same-sex households, higher than 99.3% of U.S. neighborhoods.
| Executive Professionals | 81.7% |
|---|---|
| Work From Home Rate | 34.7% |
Demographics
| Advanced Degree Holders | 43.3 |
|---|---|
| Executive, Manager, Professional Share | 81.7 |
| Child Poverty Rate | 1.6 |
| Income Rank | Top 1.0% in U.S. |
| Asian Ancestry | 36.8% |
| Polish Ancestry | 12.9% |
| Japanese Speakers | 5.3% |
| Foreign Born | 33.2 |
Commute
Many residents have long commutes, with a high share using trains and working from home.
Greenway N / Puritan Ave residents benefit from high train ridership and a significant work-from-home population.
Train Access — 31.5% commute by train, among the highest nationally.
Work From Home — 34.7% work from home, indicating a flexible workforce.
| Main Commute Time | 45-60 minutes |
|---|---|
| Train Commute Rate | 31.5 |
| Work From Home Rate | 34.7 |
| Drive Alone Rate | 22.9 |
Homes for sale near 11005
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of homes are common in Greenway N / Puritan Ave?
Many row houses and attached homes, with 84.6% built before 1940.
Is this neighborhood walkable?
Yes, it is one of the most walkable neighborhoods in America.