
Is Woodrow West a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
55 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, emergency services responded to a psychiatric patient near Mechanic Street where police were present. Medical unit was later canceled. | Mechanic St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible dispute involving a reporting party at an apartment in a Roanoke Street complex in Avenel, New Jersey. Dispatch contacted the caller to say officers were outside. The reporting party was initially described as being difficult and refusing to come out but later said she was stepping out, while a man at the location said he had not called. | Roanoke St a, Avenel, NJ 07001 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports that Woodbridge Magnet School on Conroy Boulevard is under a documented fire watch because the fire alarm system will not reset and remains in alarm mode, with a custodian assigned to monitor conditions overnight. | Convery Blvd, Woodbridge, NJ 07095 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a possible carbon monoxide detector activation at a residence near Liberty Street and the intersection with King George Road and Woodman Avenue. | Liberty St, Fords, NJ 08863 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units called for a reported juvenile-related issue involving a mother and her 12-year-old daughter near Station Dr. | Station Dr, Avenel, NJ 07001 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical alarm activation was reported near the intersection of Raleigh Avenue and Omar Avenue with emergency responders en route. | Omar Ave, Woodbridge Township, NJ | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical response for a pediatric patient with a severe headache near Brighton Avenue. No hazardous readings or smells reported; units cleared the scene. | Brighton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews investigated a possible carbon monoxide issue at a property on West Ave in Woodbridge Township, New Jersey. Approximately 35 parts per million of carbon monoxide were reported near the front door, with lower readings in the basement. The gas company and property representatives were contacted to respond. | West Ave, Woodbridge Township, NJ | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to an apparent carbon monoxide detector activation at an apartment in the 600 block of West Ave in Sewaren, New Jersey. Multiple stations and a truck company responded to the call. | West Ave Apt 14a, Sewaren, NJ 07077 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a tree hazard on Lenape Lane, where EMS assisted a resident back inside a nearby home. The resident is reportedly managing without electricity for now but may need power restored for dialysis treatment later tonight. | Lenape Ln., Woodbridge Township, NJ 07095 | Road Closure |
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Overview
Woodrow West is an urban Staten Island neighborhood with a median home price of $1,028,509 and average rent of $4,324, both above most New York neighborhoods.
Housing is dominated by small apartment buildings and single-family homes built mostly between 1970 and 1999, with a very low vacancy rate indicating tight supply.
Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 2.3% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Woodrow West's housing market is characterized by a high proportion of small apartment buildings and owner-occupied homes, with very low vacancies reflecting strong demand.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Most residential real estate is owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Small Apartment Buildings (2-4 units) | 41.6% |
| Housing Built 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
Woodrow West is a wealthy neighborhood with a strong executive professional workforce and a college student friendly environment.
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 52.8% |
|---|---|
| College Student Friendly Rank | Top 7.7% in NY |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 52.8% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Wealthy |
| Italian Ancestry | 43.9% |
| Arab Ancestry | 4.8% |
| Russian Language Speakers | 3.2% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 13.3% |
Commute
Most residents have longer commutes, with many driving alone but also high bus ridership and some carpooling.
Woodrow West features a high share of bus riders and ferry commuters, with most residents driving alone despite longer commute times.
| Drive Alone | 65.7% |
|---|---|
| Bus Commute | 17.0% |
| Carpool | 6.6% |
| Ferry Commute | 1.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of homes are common in Woodrow West?
Predominantly small apartment buildings and single-family homes built mostly between 1970 and 1999.
How is the commute in Woodrow West?
Many residents drive alone with longer commutes; bus and ferry transit are also significant.