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Is New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis safe?

Staten Island, New York · safety score updated nightly

86out of 100

Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.

VibeLoco rates New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis as “Go”.

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Gogo's take on New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis

“Go. This expansive mid-island cluster of Staten Island neighborhoods is very safe, featuring low violent crime rates, strong residential stability, and well-maintained suburban streets. Visitors will find a tranquil, family-oriented environment centered around suburban retail and extensive parkland.”

About the area

Covering a broad mid-island corridor, New Springville, Willowbrook, Bulls Head, and Travis offer a predominantly suburban lifestyle characterized by single-family homes, shopping plazas, and large public parks. It functions largely as a car-dependent residential community anchored by the Staten Island Mall and the College of Staten Island campus.

  • Suburban Enclave
  • Family-Friendly
  • Car-Dependent
  • Parks & Greenery

Walking and biking in New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis

Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 40/100

Citi Bike does not operate in this portion of Staten Island, though off-street multi-use paved trails are available within Willowbrook Park.

Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice

Pros

  • Violent crime rates are consistently among the lowest across New York City.
  • Strong economic baseline with median household incomes exceeding $95,000 and high homeownership.
  • Extensive green space and recreation access through Willowbrook Park and the Staten Island Greenbelt.

Cons

  • Heavily car-dependent layout with sparse pedestrian infrastructure along high-speed corridors.
  • Elevated shoplifting and minor vehicular property crime clustered around large shopping plazas.
  • Significant peak-hour traffic congestion along main arteries like Richmond Avenue.

Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal and not a notable presence in this area, with occasional panhandling limited to busy intersections near major mall entrances or highway ramps.

What New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis is like at each time of day

Morning · 5a – 11a
Peaceful and safe as residents commute and locals exercise in Willowbrook Park.
Afternoon · 11a – 5p
Bustling around commercial plazas and schools with completely safe pedestrian conditions.
Evening · 5p – 10p
Calm and family-oriented with safe, steady dinner crowds at local shopping plazas and restaurants.
Late night · 10p – 5a
Quiet and dark along residential blocks with very little foot traffic and minimal safety risk.

Transit, parking and getting around

MTA operates extensive local bus lines (such as the S44, S59, and S79-SBS) and direct express buses to Manhattan (such as the SIM4 and SIM8), though there is no direct Staten Island Railway or subway connection nearby.

Street parking is widely available and free on residential blocks, and large commercial centers like the Staten Island Mall provide expansive free surface lots and garages.

Things to do in New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis

  • Explore the walking trails, lake, and carousel at Willowbrook Park.
  • Shop, dine, and catch a movie at the Staten Island Mall.
  • Visit the historic waterside community of Travis, home to one of the nation's oldest continuous Independence Day parades.

Local favorites

  • Jimmy Max · Pizza & Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)
    Long-running neighborhood staple known for classic and specialty thin-crust pizzas and Italian comfort food.
  • Mike's Unicorn Diner · Diner · 4.3★ (1780)
    Popular local diner serving classic breakfast fare, triple-decker sandwiches, and Greek specialties.
  • Schaffer's Tavern · Bar & Grill · 4.6★ (320)
    Historic, unpretentious Travis neighborhood watering hole offering pub bites and a friendly local crowd.

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Common questions about New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis

Is New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis safe to walk at night?

Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.

Is New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis a good place to live?

On safety, New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis scores 86/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.

How walkable is New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis?

Walk score 48/100 and bike score 40/100. Most trips need a car.

Which areas near New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis are safer?

Todt Hill-Emerson Hill-Lighthouse Hill-Manor Heights (93), Westerleigh-Castleton Corners (90) score higher nearby.

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