Is Greystone (Yonkers) safe?
Yonkers, New York · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Greystone (Yonkers) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Greystone (Yonkers)
“Go. Greystone is one of the safest and most scenic residential areas in Yonkers, boasting Hudson River views and celebrated historic parks. Basic precautions regarding vehicle security are sensible, but personal safety concerns for visitors are minimal.”
About the area
Greystone is a tranquil, residential neighborhood situated along the Hudson River bluffs in Northwest Yonkers. Known for high-rise co-ops, quiet suburban side streets, and the historic Untermyer Gardens, it functions primarily as a scenic haven for commuters and families.
- Scenic Riverfront
- Quiet Residential
- Historic / Tree-Lined
- Commuter Hub
Walking and biking in Greystone (Yonkers)
Walk score: 52/100 · Bike score: 32/100
There is no municipal bike-share system, and street cycling is demanding due to steep inclines; however, the unpaved Old Croton Aqueduct Trail runs north-south just uphill for gravel riding and walking.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent and property crime rates than central or southern Yonkers.
- Higher median household incomes and stable co-op/homeownership rates along the riverfront corridor.
- Convenient rail connectivity directly into Midtown Manhattan via the Greystone Metro-North station.
Cons
- Steep topography and hillside grades make pedestrian movement physically demanding.
- Sparse retail and dining offerings directly within the residential footprint.
- Isolated incidents of property crime and car break-ins in commuter parking zones.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Greystone, as social services and unhoused individuals are predominantly located further south in Downtown Yonkers.
What Greystone (Yonkers) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and busy with commuters walking down the bluffs to the Greystone train station.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and safe, populated by park-goers at Untermyer Gardens and residential foot traffic.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm atmosphere as residents return home, with generally safe and well-lit residential avenues.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets become deserted and quiet; while violent crime is rare, low foot traffic warrants standard nocturnal caution.
Transit, parking and getting around
The Greystone Metro-North Hudson Line station provides direct 35-minute rail service to Grand Central Terminal. Local bus transit is operated by Westchester County's Bee-Line Bus system via Routes 1 and 2 along Warburton Avenue and North Broadway.
Street parking is available on residential side streets though restricted near co-op buildings and subject to street cleaning rules; the Metro-North commuter lot offers permit and metered day parking.
Things to do in Greystone (Yonkers)
- Explore the Persian walled garden and ancient ruins at Untermyer Gardens Conservancy.
- Walk a segment of the historic Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park just east of the neighborhood.
- Visit the nearby Hudson River Museum, planetarium, and historic Glenview mansion just to the south.
Local favorites
- Untermyer Gardens Conservancy · Botanical Garden & Park · 4.8★ (3950)Historic public park featuring a Persian-style walled garden, amphitheater, and grand Hudson River overlooks.
- Hudson River Museum · Art & History Museum · 4.6★ (1250)Cultural complex featuring art galleries, a planetarium, and an intact 1877 Gilded Age mansion.
- River's Edge Deli · Deli · 4.3★ (115)Neighborhood corner deli serving breakfast sandwiches, hot subs, and grocery staples.
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Common questions about Greystone (Yonkers)
Is Greystone (Yonkers) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Greystone (Yonkers) a good place to live?
On safety, Greystone (Yonkers) scores 80/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Greystone (Yonkers)?
Walk score 52/100 and bike score 32/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Greystone (Yonkers) are safer?
Alpine (NJ) (96), Bronxville Heights (86), Mount Hope (Greenburgh) (84) score higher nearby.
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