
Is 5th St / 11th Ave a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in West Babylon, New York - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
73 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, fire crews are dispatched on a signal 99 call to a location near Lake Street by Clocks Boulevard and Olin Court in East Massapequa. A West End duty crew and unit 636 are assigned to respond. | Lake St, Massapequa, NY 11758 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible loud music disturbance involving a vehicle near 4th Street and 10th Avenue after an anonymous complaint. | 4th St & 10th Ave, West Babylon, NY 11704 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a reported noise complaint about loud music coming from a vehicle driving near 4th Street and 10th Avenue in West Babylon, New York. | 4th St & 10th Ave, West Babylon, NY 11704 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible suspicious vehicle parked in front of a home on Centerwood Street in West Babylon. The gray Chevy was reported to be occupied by two people. | Centerwood St, West Babylon, NY 11704 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are handling a possible missing person and welfare concern near Tompkins Avenue in West Babylon after a man reportedly left his residence following a family argument and drove away in a blue pickup truck. He is described as a retired law enforcement officer who may be armed. | Tompkins Ave, Babylon, NY 11702 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a person is reported on the floor inside a locked residence near S 1st St. Someone is trying to open the door but access is not possible. The situation may involve a medical or welfare emergency. | S 1st St, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported family disturbance near Jackson Avenue and 49th Street. A caller speaking Spanish reported an issue involving a 30-year-old girlfriend’s son, who was described as possibly bipolar and seen earlier near 50th Street. The person was reported to be possibly circling the area, with weapons and substance use unknown. | Jackson Ave, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible injury from a fall was reported near Great Neck Road by a 20-year-old individual. | Great Neck Rd, Amityville, NY 11701 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving a 21-year-old female with a toe injury occurred near the Cambridge Square Apartments on Great Neck Road, off Dorica Street. | Great Neck Rd, Amityville, NY 11701 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical alert was activated for a female who fell and suffered a head injury near Lamplighter Lane off Weaver Drive in East Massapequa, in apartment (number withheld). | Lamplighter Ln Apt 4A, Massapequa, NY 11758 | Medical Emergency |
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Nearby neighborhoods
Neighborhood Overview
5th St / 11th Ave is an urban neighborhood in West Babylon, NY, with mostly owner-occupied medium to small homes and small apartment buildings.
The area has a low vacancy rate and a diverse cultural and linguistic profile, including a notable Urdu-speaking population.
Quick Facts
| Same-Sex Partner Concentration | More than 96.8% of U.S. neighborhoods |
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Housing market and real estate character
Housing consists mainly of medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings, with most properties owner occupied.
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1940-1969, some 1970-1999 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | Majority of residential real estate |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a wealthy income profile and a notable concentration of same-sex couples.
| Same-Sex Partner Concentration | More than 1.9% of residents |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Higher income than 91.0% of U.S. neighborhoods |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 35.9% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Higher income than 91.0% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| Child Poverty Rate | 2.5% |
| Top Languages | English (78.6%), Spanish, Italian, Polish, Urdu (2.5%) |
| Top Ancestries | Italian (25.7%), Irish (19.8%), German (10.7%), Puerto Rican (6.3%), South American (5.3%) |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commute times, with a majority driving alone and some using trains.
Commute times are moderate with diverse transportation modes including train use.
| Commute Time 15-30 Minutes | 39.0% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 72.7% |
| Carpool Rate | 10.7% |
| Train Commute Rate | 6.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this neighborhood diverse?
It has a high concentration of same-sex couples and multiple languages spoken, including Urdu.
How is the housing market?
Housing is mostly owner occupied with low vacancy and many homes built mid-20th century.