Westbury, NY Neighborhood
Is Rockland St / School St a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Westbury, New York - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe471
Medium337
Low148
Other685
100 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape28
Child involved27
Assault3
Other46
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, 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, fire units investigated a reported Freon leak at a commercial location on South Broadway in Hicksville. The leak was apparently mitigated and the building was vented, with meters showing zero readings before the alarm was reset. | S Broadway, Hicksville, NY 11801 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to an automatic fire alarm at a commercial building on South Broadway near Ray Street and Farm Lane in Hicksville. Units reported an active alarm with the building locked and nothing visible from the exterior. | Farm Ln, Hicksville, NY 11801 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are dispatched to a possible automatic alarm at a location on South Broadway between Ray Street and Farm Lane in Hicksville, New York. | S Broadway, Hicksville, NY 11801 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a middle-aged male is vomiting after recent lung surgery near May Avenue between Sylvan Lane and Nursery Lane. Patient removal is in progress with Medic 122 on scene in Irving. | May Ave, Westbury, NY 11590 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for CPR in progress on an unresponsive elderly woman and a possible unresponsive minor female near Nancy Drive and nearby cross streets. Units responded code 1 based on radio reports of these medical emergencies. | Nancy Dr, Westbury, NY 11590 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible medical emergency involving an unconscious woman in the parking lot of a Hilton Garden Inn near Privado Road and Merrick Avenue. | Privado Rd, Westbury, NY 11590 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a reported unconscious woman in the parking lot of a Hilton Garden Inn near Privado Road and nearby major intersections in Westbury, New York. | Privado Rd, Westbury, NY 11590 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a fire alarm in the West 12th area was reportedly triggered by dust from contractors working in a basement, and responders were advised to disregard the alarm until early morning. | 12th St, Carle Place, NY 11514 | Fire |
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Median Home Price
$761,766
Average Rent
$3,959
Vacancy Rate
1.2%
Overview
Rockland St / School St is an urban neighborhood in Westbury, NY, with a median home price of $761,766 and average rent of $3,959. Housing is mostly medium to small single-family homes and apartments, many built between 1940 and 1969.
The neighborhood has a low vacancy rate of 1.2%, indicating tight housing supply. It features a diverse community with significant Dominican and Jamaican ancestry and a notable share of French speakers.
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Quick Facts
| Train Commute Share | 12.2% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Rockland St / School St's housing stock is a mix of medium to small single-family homes and apartment complexes, mostly built between 1940 and 1969. Owner and renter occupancy are both common.
| Housing Age (1940-1969) | Majority |
|---|
What buyers will notice right away
The low vacancy rate indicates strong demand relative to available homes.
Both owners and renters occupy the housing stock, offering options for different buyers.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood's diverse population includes many families and professionals, with a strong presence of executive and management occupations.
Diverse Community — Notable Dominican and Jamaican ancestry populations contribute to cultural richness.
Transit Friendly — High train commute share supports residents who prefer public transportation.
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 34.9% |
|---|
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 34.9% |
|---|---|
| Dominican Ancestry | 7.0% |
| Jamaican Ancestry | 5.4% |
| French Speakers at Home | 7.2% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 49.2% |
Commute
Most residents have a commute between 15 and 30 minutes. The neighborhood has a high share of train commuters compared to most U.S. neighborhoods.
Rockland St / School St offers strong transit options with a high train commute share, supporting residents who prefer public transportation.
High Train Use — 12.2% of commuters use the train, well above the national average.
Shorter Commutes — Most residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes, shorter than typical U.S. commutes.
| Train Commute Share | 12.2% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 64.1% |
| Carpool Rate | 13.7% |
| Main Commute Time Range | 15-30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 11590
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$750,000
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Rockland St / School St?
The median home price is $761,766, more expensive than 56.5% of New York neighborhoods.
How common is train commuting here?
12.2% of residents commute by train, higher than 96.1% of U.S. neighborhoods.