
Is White Plains West a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in White Plains, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
58 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, one female patient is being transported to Westchester Medical Center, with EMS units following. | Woods Rd, Valhalla, NY 10595 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units in Tarrytown are dispatched for a full department response to a reported commercial alarm near North Broadway by Hamilton Place and Central Avenue. | N Broadway, Tarrytown, NY | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units are dispatched to an apartment at River Plaza near Main Street and Cortland Street for a reported unknown odor inside a bathroom. | River Plaza Apt 8F, Tarrytown, NY 10591 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units responded to a reported residential fire alarm at a building in the Cedar Ridge complex on Riverview Terrace in Irvington. The alarm was later reported to have been set off by an employee, and units were advised to hold on scene. | Riverview Terrace, Irvington, NY 10533 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a possible residential alarm in the Cedar Ridge complex near View Terrace in Irvington, at the end of a dead-end road. | Stearns Ridge, Irvington, NY 10533 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of an intoxicated woman at an apartment complex near White Plains Road in the Sleepy Hollow Gardens area, with state police already on scene. | Building 10, 177 White Plains Rd, Tarrytown, NY 10591 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a report of a person passed out near Brookline Road in Scarsdale. The person was found breathing and conscious. The caller reportedly hung up on officers from state police. | Brookline Rd, Scarsdale, NY 10583 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency was reported for a person passed out near Brookline Road and Pinecrest Road in Scarsdale. | Pinecrest Rd, Scarsdale, NY 10583 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responding to a possible transient global amnesia incident near Stadium Road, second floor. | Stadium Rd, White Plains, NY 10607 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to SDR Park near the main entrance for a report of a person locked inside. The caller later reported they got out on their own and no longer needed help. | W Main St, Tarrytown, NY 10591 | Other Non-Crime Event |
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Overview
White Plains West is a suburban neighborhood in White Plains, NY, with a median home price of $708,971, more expensive than about half of New York neighborhoods.
Housing consists mainly of medium to small single-family homes and apartments built mostly between 1940 and 1999, with a vacancy rate of 6.7%.
The community is diverse with a significant foreign-born population and a strong executive and professional workforce.
Most residents drive alone to work, with some using train and carpool options.
Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 6.7% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
White Plains West features mostly medium to small single-family homes and apartment complexes, primarily built between 1940 and 1999.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1940-1999 |
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family homes and apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood supports a diverse community with a mix of executives, sales, and service workers, and a relatively low child poverty rate.
| Child Poverty Rate | 4.4% |
|---|---|
| Executive Occupation Share | 63.1% |
Demographics
| Executive Occupation Share | 63.1% |
|---|---|
| Wealth Rank | Top 6.9% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 4.4% |
| Foreign Born | 34.0% |
| Top Languages | ["English (63.5%)","Spanish","Languages of India (5.0%)","French"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Italian (11.3%)","South American (11.0%)","Asian (8.0%)","Haitian (6.3%)","Puerto Rican (6.1%)"] |
Commute
Most residents have a commute under 30 minutes, primarily driving alone, with notable train and carpool usage.
White Plains West offers varied commute options with a majority driving alone and significant train and carpool use.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 60.4% |
| Train Commute Rate | 8.8% |
| Carpool Rate | 7.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in White Plains West?
The median home price is $708,971, more expensive than 51.9% of New York neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is most common (63.5%), with Spanish, Languages of India, and French also spoken.