Is Manhasset Hills safe?
North Hempstead, New York · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Manhasset Hills as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Manhasset Hills
“Go. Manhasset Hills is an exceptionally safe, affluent suburban hamlet in Nassau County with virtually negligible violent crime. Visitors will find manicured residential streets and excellent community stability, though there is little commercial tourism within the strictly residential borders.”
About the area
Located in the Town of North Hempstead on Long Island's North Shore, Manhasset Hills is a quiet, tree-lined enclave characterized by spacious single-family homes and well-maintained lawns. It offers a tranquil suburban atmosphere bordering commercial corridors along Hillside Avenue and Marcus Avenue.
- Quiet Suburb
- Family-Friendly
- Affluent
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Manhasset Hills
Walk score: 32/100 · Bike score: 38/100
There is no local municipal bike-share system, and dedicated bike lanes are scarce, but low-speed residential side streets provide safe, comfortable riding for cyclists.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Exceptionally low violent and property crime rates policed by Nassau County PD
- Median household income exceeding $180,000 with near-zero poverty rates
- Well-maintained, stable single-family housing stock with over 95% homeownership
Cons
- Virtually no internal commercial district or walkable downtown core
- Heavily car-dependent with minimal direct transit options inside the hamlet
- Occasional opportunistic vehicle and catalytic converter thefts reported along major perimeter roads
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Manhasset Hills. There are no encampments or panhandling in the hamlet, and regional support services are concentrated in central Nassau County hubs.
What Manhasset Hills is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and serene, filled with morning joggers, dog walkers, and school commuters with total safety.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet with low residential traffic and an extremely secure environment throughout the neighborhood.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential, offering safe, well-lit conditions for evening walks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Exceptionally quiet with minimal foot traffic; personal safety remains extremely high.
Transit, parking and getting around
Nassau Inter-County Express (NICE) buses operate along perimeter corridors such as Hillside Avenue (n22, n24, n26). The nearest Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) stations are New Hyde Park and Merillon Avenue, roughly a 5-to-10-minute drive away.
Parking is exceptionally easy with abundant free street parking along residential avenues and ample free lots at nearby neighborhood shopping centers.
Things to do in Manhasset Hills
- Walk or jog along the quiet, tree-lined residential streets of the Herricks community
- Visit the nearby Clinton G. Martin Park for swimming, tennis courts, and recreational fields
- Explore upscale shopping and dining along Northern Boulevard's Americana Manhasset, located just minutes north
Local favorites
- Iavarone Italian Kitchen & Pizzeria · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (780)A popular neighborhood staple on Marcus Avenue serving classic Italian pasta, wood-fired pizza, and gourmet catering.
- Uncle Bacala's · Seafood & Italian · 4.4★ (1250)A bustling nearby dining destination known for fresh seafood specials, generous portions, and a warm family atmosphere.
- Luigi's Restaurant & Pizzeria · Pizza & Casual Italian · 4.5★ (620)Longstanding local spot serving traditional New York-style slices and hearty Italian-American entrees.
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Common questions about Manhasset Hills
Is Manhasset Hills safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Manhasset Hills a good place to live?
On safety, Manhasset Hills scores 94/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Manhasset Hills?
Walk score 32/100 and bike score 38/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Manhasset Hills are safer?
The Gates at North Hills (95), The Greens at North Hills (95) score higher nearby.
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