Is Hagerman safe?
Brookhaven, New York · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Hagerman as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Hagerman
“Go. Hagerman is a quiet, primarily residential Long Island community situated between East Patchogue and Bellport. While it lacks major tourist hubs, visitors will find a peaceful suburban atmosphere with low violent crime rates and easy driving access to South Shore attractions.”
About the area
Hagerman is an unincorporated residential neighborhood in the Town of Brookhaven, characterized by quiet streets and classic single-family homes. It borders East Patchogue and Bellport, placing visitors minutes from Great South Bay waterways and downtown dining corridors.
- Quiet Suburban
- Car-Dependent
- Residential
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in Hagerman
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 41/100
There is no municipal bike-share system, and cyclists must share standard suburban roadways with vehicles due to a lack of dedicated bike lanes.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low violent crime rates characteristic of residential Suffolk County suburbs
- High proportion of owner-occupied single-family homes and stable neighborhood demographics
- Convenient driving access to dining and retail in downtown Patchogue and Bellport Village
Cons
- Heavily car-dependent with very few commercial amenities within walking distance
- Occasional property crimes and vehicle break-ins along thoroughfares
- Sparse street lighting and lack of sidewalks on many residential side streets
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Hagerman, with social services and shelters located farther west in central Patchogue.
What Hagerman is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Calm and peaceful as residents commute and walk pets along quiet neighborhood roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Low daytime foot traffic with safe, typical suburban residential conditions.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential ambiance where streets remain safe, though traffic increases along Montauk Highway.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and low-traffic; safe from violent crime, though pedestrians should take caution due to lack of continuous sidewalks.
Transit, parking and getting around
Suffolk County Transit operates local bus routes like the S66 along Montauk Highway, while Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) stations in Patchogue and Bellport are a 5-to-10-minute drive away.
Free residential street parking is abundant, and commercial plazas along Montauk Highway offer spacious, free surface lots.
Things to do in Hagerman
- Explore the nearby historic Bellport Village boutique shops and marina
- Enjoy sports fields and walking paths at Martha Avenue Recreational Park
- Take a short drive to the Patchogue riverfront and Fire Island ferry terminals
Local favorites
- Painters' Restaurant · American Restaurant · 4.4★ (1850)An eclectic, art-filled dining spot serving creative American fare and cocktails on Montauk Highway.
- Varney's Restaurant · Seafood Restaurant · 4.4★ (620)Longstanding, casual local staple famous for its steamers, clam chowder, and homestyle cooking.
- Cirillo's IGA Supermarket · Grocery Store · 4.3★ (460)Friendly neighborhood grocery store offering fresh produce, deli meats, and daily essentials.
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Common questions about Hagerman
Is Hagerman safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Hagerman a good place to live?
On safety, Hagerman 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 Hagerman?
Walk score 32/100 and bike score 41/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Hagerman are safer?
Watch Hill (91), Holbrook (Islip) (88), Indian Landing (88) score higher nearby.
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