Is Alden Manor safe?
Hempstead, New York · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Alden Manor as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Alden Manor
“Go. Alden Manor is a tranquil, residential suburban pocket in Nassau County characterized by low violent and property crime rates. Visitors will encounter quiet residential streets lined with well-kept single-family homes and a peaceful suburban atmosphere. Standard situational awareness is sufficient when walking through the neighborhood or patronizing nearby local businesses.”
About the area
Alden Manor is an established, post-war residential community within the Town of Hempstead, situated just east of the Queens-Nassau border. The area is defined by modest single-family houses, tidy lawns, and minimal through-traffic, serving primarily as a quiet commuter enclave. While purely residential within its interior grid, it sits moments away from major venues like Belmont Park and UBS Arena.
- Quiet Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Suburban Enclave
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Alden Manor
Walk score: 52/100 · Bike score: 48/100
There is no municipal bike-share system or dedicated bike lane network inside the enclave. Interior side streets are comfortable for casual cycling, but surrounding multi-lane roads lack bike infrastructure.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Consistently low rates of violent and property crime relative to regional and national averages.
- High homeownership rate exceeding 85%, supporting neighborhood stability and property maintenance.
- Strong median household income above $115,000 paired with very low local poverty rates.
- Convenient proximity to major entertainment venues like UBS Arena and Belmont Park.
Cons
- No internal retail, dining, or commercial corridors within the neighborhood boundaries.
- Heavy vehicle traffic and occasional congestion on adjacent boundary thoroughfares like Dutch Broadway.
- Lack of dedicated cycling infrastructure on surrounding arterial roads.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Alden Manor's residential streets. Any rare instances of panhandling are limited to high-traffic commercial strip malls on outer perimeter boulevards.
What Alden Manor is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Extremely peaceful with commuters heading to work, school buses circulating, and residents walking dogs.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and family-oriented with children playing outside and light local neighborhood traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and residential as workers return home, with well-lit streets feeling safe for evening walks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very tranquil with almost no pedestrian activity and dark, quiet residential blocks.
Transit, parking and getting around
Nassau Inter-County Express (NICE) buses run along nearby corridors such as Dutch Broadway and Elmont Road (routes N1, N2, N6). The Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) Elmont-UBS Arena and Valley Stream stations are a short drive or bus connection away.
Street parking is readily available and free throughout the residential streets, though Town of Hempstead overnight parking restrictions and street-sweeping rules apply. Most homes have private driveways.
Things to do in Alden Manor
- Attend an NHL hockey game or world-class concert at nearby UBS Arena.
- Experience historic thoroughbred racing events and grounds at Belmont Park.
- Enjoy outdoor sports courts and green open space at nearby Elmont Road Park.
Local favorites
- King Umberto · Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria · 4.6★ (2900)Celebrated local institution known for classic Italian entrees, signature pizzas, and fried capellini.
- Sapienza Bake Shop · Bakery · 4.6★ (1150)Beloved old-school Italian bakery offering cannoli, custom cakes, pastries, and fresh bread.
- Salvatore's of Elmont Pizzeria · Pizza Restaurant · 4.5★ (420)Casual neighborhood staple serving classic New York slices, hero sandwiches, and baked pastas.
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Common questions about Alden Manor
Is Alden Manor safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Alden Manor a good place to live?
On safety, Alden Manor scores 84/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Alden Manor?
Walk score 52/100 and bike score 48/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Alden Manor are safer?
Stewart Manor (93), Bellerose (Hempstead) (88), Malverne Park Oaks (86) score higher nearby.
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