
Is Selden West a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Selden, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
70 Registered Offenders Nearby
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 emergency involving a minor female was reported near Hawthorne Street and North Evergreen Drive in Selden. The boy involved left in a black vehicle and reportedly returned twice. | Hawthorne St & N Evergreen Dr, Selden, NY 11784 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a 51-year-old female near the car wash on Horseblock Road off Hanrahan. | Horseblock Road, Farmingville, NY 11738 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involves a 51-year-old female reported sick near Horseblock Road and Hanrahan Avenue at a car wash. | Horseblock Road, Farmingville, NY 11738 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible carbon monoxide alarm at a residence near Chester Street in Lake Grove, across from Magnolia Avenue, with the local precinct and fire department notified and responding. | Chester St, Lake Grove, NY 11755 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible carbon monoxide alarm at a residence near Chester Street in Lake Grove, with fire units notified and responding. | Chester St, Lake Grove, NY 11755 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews from multiple departments are responding to a reported residential structure fire near Coates Avenue North in the Ronkonkoma and Holbrook area under automatic mutual aid. | Coates Ave N, Holbrook, NY 11741 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units from multiple departments provided automatic mutual aid to the Ronkonkoma Fire Department for a reported structure fire at a residence on Coates Avenue North near Fifth and Fourth avenues. | Coates Ave N, Holbrook, NY 11741 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible residential fire involving an oven on Coates Avenue North in Holbrook. Fire units are responding to the scene. | Coates Ave N, Holbrook, NY 11741 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was requested near Portion Road behind Boulevard for a 61-year-old male possibly in shock. The situation may involve a problem with the male's partner at a different location, and the male's statements were unclear. | Portion Rd, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency was reported near Katie Court in Lake Grove. An ambulance was requested for an individual described as the father, but the call was disconnected. | Katie Ct, Lake Grove, NY 11755 | Medical Emergency |
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Overview
Selden West is a suburban neighborhood in Selden, NY with a median home price of $627,297.
The housing stock is dominated by older, detached single-family homes with high owner occupancy.
Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 7.5% |
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Housing market and real estate character
Selden West's housing is mostly older, detached single-family homes with very high owner occupancy.
| Detached Single-Family Homes | |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Rate | 7.5 |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
Selden West ranks among the top 5.3% family-friendly neighborhoods in New York with strong schools and community.
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 42.9% |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 1.2% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Share | 42.9 |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Higher than 85.8% of US neighborhoods |
| Top Ancestries | Italian (32.6%), German (14.5%), Puerto Rican (10.7%), Irish (9.3%), South American (5.5%) |
| Foreign Born | 11.8 |
| Top Languages | English (81.5%), Spanish, Urdu, Indian languages, Polish |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone, with some train use.
Selden West residents mostly rely on private vehicles with some train commuting.
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 77.5 |
| Carpool Rate | 7.8 |
| Train Commute Rate | 6.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Selden West?
The median home price is $627,297.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is spoken by 81.5% of households; Urdu is spoken by 8.5%, higher than all US neighborhoods.