Is Locust Grove (Oyster Bay) safe?
Oyster Bay, New York · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Locust Grove (Oyster Bay) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Locust Grove (Oyster Bay)
“Go. Locust Grove in Oyster Bay is an exceptionally safe, quiet, and affluent Long Island suburban enclave with virtually non-existent violent crime. Visitors will find manicured residential streets, top-tier municipal services, and tranquil suburban living.”
About the area
Locust Grove is a peaceful residential neighborhood tucked into the Town of Oyster Bay in eastern Nassau County. Known for its spacious single-family homes, leafy streets, and excellent proximity to North Shore nature preserves, it provides a quiet suburban retreat.
- Affluent Suburban
- Tree-Lined
- Quiet & Peaceful
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Locust Grove (Oyster Bay)
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 35/100
There are no municipal bike-share programs, but recreational cycling is popular along low-traffic neighborhood roads and the multi-use trails at nearby Stillwell Woods.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are near zero with active Nassau County Police Department patrols
- High median household income well above $160,000 with very low poverty rates
- Well-maintained residential housing stock with high homeownership and minimal vacancy
- Convenient road access to North Shore attractions, preserves, and harbors
Cons
- Extremely car-dependent layout with sparse pedestrian infrastructure outside immediate subdivisions
- Very limited commercial activity or dining directly within the residential core
- Occasional opportunistic property crimes like vehicle break-ins targeting unlocked cars
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Locust Grove. Social services and emergency shelters for Nassau County are located in larger urbanized hubs further south and west.
What Locust Grove (Oyster Bay) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Extremely quiet and safe with occasional joggers, dog walkers, and commuters heading toward train stations or highways.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and peaceful with residential landscaping activity and family routines in progress.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Very tranquil and safe as residents return home, though roads can be dark due to limited municipal street lighting.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Completely silent and very secure, with virtually no pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit within the neighborhood itself is limited; the nearest Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) stations are Syosset and Oyster Bay, reachable in 5 to 10 minutes by car. Nassau Inter-County Express (NICE) buses run along nearby arterial corridors like Route 25.
Parking is exceptionally easy with abundant private driveways and unrestricted, free on-street parking throughout residential subdivisions.
Things to do in Locust Grove (Oyster Bay)
- Explore the tranquil wooded trails at nearby Stillwell Woods Park
- Visit the historic Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center nearby
- Spend a quiet afternoon exploring the nearby Oyster Bay village waterfront and Sagamore Hill
Local favorites
- Rare650 Prime Steak & Sushi · Steakhouse · 4.5★ (1850)Upscale steak and sushi dining venue featuring sleek decor and exceptional cuts nearby on Jericho Turnpike.
- Arata Sushi · Japanese Restaurant · 4.6★ (420)Popular local spot serving creative specialty rolls and fresh sashimi in a cozy dining space.
- Hunan Taste · Chinese Restaurant · 4.4★ (890)Renowned regional Chinese eatery with ornate interior decor and classic regional specialties.
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Common questions about Locust Grove (Oyster Bay)
Is Locust Grove (Oyster Bay) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Locust Grove (Oyster Bay) a good place to live?
On safety, Locust Grove (Oyster Bay) scores 93/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Locust Grove (Oyster Bay)?
Walk score 28/100 and bike score 35/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Locust Grove (Oyster Bay) are safer?
Muttontown (96), Birchwood at Jericho (96), Pickwick Homes at Syosset (94) score higher nearby.
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