Ludlow West
Is Ludlow West a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe454
Medium365
Low513
Other1339
189 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape77
Child involved53
Assault3
Other72
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, units are dispatched to a possible commercial fire alarm activation at a business on North Broadway in Yonkers. | N Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were directed to the local firehouse to help county units with a traffic stop related to a possible road rage incident in Eastchester. | Main St, Eastchester, NY 10709 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers checked a disabled Volvo with a flat tire on westbound Seminary Avenue in Yonkers. | Seminary Ave, Yonkers, NY 10704 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible failure to comply with a traffic stop involving a white Toyota traveling southbound on the Saw Mill River Parkway near the West Side area in Yonkers. | Saw Mill Riv Pkwy, Yonkers, NY | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a medical call for a reportedly intoxicated 63-year-old man who is unable to walk at a residence on Madeline Avenue between Lockwood Avenue and Sickles Avenue in New Rochelle. | Madeleine Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10801 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was requested to evaluate an elderly male near Lewis Street due to blood pressure and heart condition concerns. | Lewis St, Yonkers, NY 10703 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical alert was activated near Irving Avenue for an 80-year-old male who appears to be a fall victim with unknown injuries. Responding units tried to access the residence but could not find a key under the front door mat. | Irving Ave, Closter, NJ 07624 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was reported near 6th Street involving a 43-year-old woman who was unconscious but breathing; a second response team was canceled. | 6th St, Cresskill, NJ 07626 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS and advanced life support units were dispatched to a location near 5th Street in Cresskill, New Jersey, for a reported 43-year-old woman who was unconscious but breathing. | 5th St, Cresskill, NJ 07626 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a location near 5th Street in Cresskill, New Jersey for a reported medical emergency involving a 43-year-old woman who was unconscious but breathing. | 5th St, Cresskill, NJ 07626 | Medical Emergency |
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Renter Occupied
96.9%
Vacancy Rate
0.0%
Vacancy Rate
0%
Overview
Ludlow West is a densely urban neighborhood in Yonkers, NY, dominated by small apartments and high-rise complexes mostly built since 2000.
The neighborhood has a 0.0% vacancy rate, indicating very tight housing supply and strong demand.
Densely UrbanHigh Renter OccupancyLow VacancyGovernment Employment
Quick Facts
| Median Rent | $5,179 |
|---|---|
| Work From Home Rate | 41.8% |
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Ludlow West is almost entirely small apartments with very high renter occupancy and no vacancies.
| Small Apartments (1-2 bedrooms) | 100.0% |
|---|---|
| Apartment Complexes/High-Rises | 98.3% |
What buyers will notice right away
Almost all housing is renter occupied, with very limited owner occupancy.
Zero vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited availability.
Families & Lifestyle
Ludlow West is low income but highly educated, with a notable presence of same-sex couples and college students.
The neighborhood is college student friendly with above average safety.
High government employment provides stable jobs.
College Students — Walkable, safe, and with amenities suited to students.
Young Professionals — Strong presence of government workers and professionals.
| Advanced Degree Holders | 68.6% |
|---|---|
| Same-Sex Couples | Higher than 97.8% of US neighborhoods |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Advanced Degree Holders | 68.6% |
|---|---|
| Government Employment | 55.1% |
| Income Level | Low income |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Sub-Saharan African Ancestry | 42.9% |
| French Ancestry | 22.0% |
| African Language Speakers | 6.8% |
| Foreign Born | 24.2% |
Commute
Ludlow West has a high work-from-home rate and strong train commute usage, with short average commute times.
The neighborhood's high work-from-home and train commute rates reflect a unique urban lifestyle with short travel times.
High Work From Home — One of the highest rates nationally, reducing commute burden.
Strong Train Use — Nearly 29% commute by train, among the highest in the US.
| Work From Home Rate | 41.8% |
|---|---|
| Train Commute Rate | 28.7% |
| Drive Alone Rate | 27.3% |
| Average Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
Homes for sale near 10701
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$199,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,237 sqft
10701 SE Highway 212 Pne Unit Ol11
Clackamas, OR, 97015
$329,900
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,216 sqft
10701 Timber Ridge Cir #8B-30
Sister Bay, WI, 54234
$795,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,537 sqft
10701 Wilshire Blvd APT 1204
Los Angeles, CA, 90024
$270,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,268 sqft
10701 Halfmoon Shoal RD #203
Bonita Springs, FL, 34135
$429,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,516 sqft
10701 Halfmoon Shoal RD #204
Bonita Springs, FL, 34135
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rental market like in Ludlow West?
96.9% of housing is renter occupied with a 0.0% vacancy rate, indicating very tight supply.
What is the education level of residents?
68.6% have advanced degrees, higher than all US neighborhoods.
How do residents typically commute?
41.8% work from home, 28.7% take the train, and 27.3% drive alone.