Is Lakeland (Islip) safe?
Islip, New York · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Lakeland (Islip) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Lakeland (Islip)
“Go. Lakeland is a quiet, family-oriented suburban community in the Town of Islip with very low rates of violent crime. While it offers mostly residential streets rather than tourist attractions, it is a safe and peaceful area for visitors passing through or staying nearby.”
About the area
Lakeland is an unincorporated suburban hamlet in central Suffolk County characterized by quiet single-family subdivisions, local strip plazas, and proximity to Long Island MacArthur Airport and Connetquot River State Park Preserve. The community is predominantly residential, car-reliant, and closely integrated with surrounding hamlets like Ronkonkoma and Bohemia.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Residential
Walking and biking in Lakeland (Islip)
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 42/100
There is no municipal bike-share system, and dedicated bike lanes are scarce, but residential side streets are generally low-traffic and suitable for leisure cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to national and regional averages
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained single-family residential properties
- Strong median household income levels exceeding $115,000 with very low local poverty
Cons
- High car dependency requiring personal vehicles for nearly all daily activities
- Pockets of commuter and airport-adjacent traffic along major arteries like Lakeland Avenue and Veterans Memorial Highway
- Occasional isolated property crimes such as vehicle break-ins typical of suburban corridors
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in the residential neighborhoods of Lakeland, with no regular encampments or active panhandling presence.
What Lakeland (Islip) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful residential streets with low foot traffic, active school bus routes, and standard commuter flow on main roads.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe, with delivery trucks, dog walkers, and school-age children in neighborhood parks and yards.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential winding-down with safe, low-stress conditions across all residential blocks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and low activity; safe overall, though sidewalks are sparse so walking requires caution around traffic.
Transit, parking and getting around
Suffolk County Transit provides limited bus service along primary corridors like Route 454/Lakeland Ave, but most commuters utilize the nearby Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) Ronkonkoma Station, approximately 5-10 minutes away by car.
Ample and free parking is standard throughout Lakeland, with wide residential street parking and private strip-mall lots free of meters or garage fees.
Things to do in Lakeland (Islip)
- Explore nature trails and fish along the waters of nearby Connetquot River State Park Preserve
- Catch local youth sports games and enjoy community recreation at nearby Lakeland County Park
- Browse local eateries and classic Long Island delis along Lakeland Avenue and Ocean Avenue
Local favorites
- Bella Italia · Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria · 4.5★ (320)Neighborhood favorite serving traditional New York-style pizza and classic Italian-American entrees.
- Lakeland Deli · Deli · 4.4★ (185)Longstanding corner deli known for classic morning breakfast sandwiches and overstuffed heroes.
- Le Bon Café · Bakery & Cafe · 4.7★ (140)Cozy local bakery specializing in fresh pastries, artisanal cakes, and espresso drinks.
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Common questions about Lakeland (Islip)
Is Lakeland (Islip) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Lakeland (Islip) a good place to live?
On safety, Lakeland (Islip) scores 83/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Lakeland (Islip)?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 42/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Lakeland (Islip) are safer?
Nesconset (94), East Hauppauge (90), Lake Ronkonkoma (Smithtown) (88) score higher nearby.
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