Is Stewart Manor safe?
Hempstead, New York · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Stewart Manor as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Stewart Manor
“Go. Stewart Manor is an exceptionally safe, quiet, and affluent residential village in Nassau County. Visitors will find manicured tree-lined streets, virtually non-existent violent crime, and a calm suburban environment with convenient commuter rail access.”
About the area
Stewart Manor is a compact, incorporated suburban village nestled between Garden City and Floral Park on Long Island. It is characterized by charming English Tudor and colonial homes, quiet residential blocks, and a small commercial strip along Covert Avenue. The village offers a peaceful, family-oriented atmosphere with seamless Long Island Rail Road connections into Manhattan.
- Suburban Enclave
- Family-Friendly
- Peaceful
- Commuter Friendly
Walking and biking in Stewart Manor
Walk score: 62/100 · Bike score: 58/100
There are no public bike-share systems or designated bike lanes in the village, but low-speed residential streets make local cycling safe and easy.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Extremely low violent and property crime rates policed by the Nassau County Police Department
- High median household income exceeding $150,000 and homeownership rates above 90%
- Dedicated Long Island Rail Road station offering direct commuter access to Midtown Manhattan
- Pristine, well-maintained housing stock and quiet neighborhood streets
Cons
- Very limited commercial activity and nightlife within village boundaries
- Suburban layout makes errands outside the Covert Avenue corridor difficult without a car
- Street parking regulations are strictly enforced, especially overnight
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Stewart Manor, and there are no encampments or panhandling in the village.
What Stewart Manor is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with commuters walking to the Stewart Manor LIRR station and neighbors walking dogs.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet and safe, with light local vehicle traffic and families walking through residential streets.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Calm and residential, with relaxed dinner foot traffic along Covert Avenue and safe conditions across all blocks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely quiet and dark with virtually empty streets; remains exceptionally safe with routine police patrols.
Transit, parking and getting around
Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) operates the Stewart Manor Station on the Hempstead Branch right in the village center. Nassau Inter-County Express (NICE) bus routes n25 and n22 operate along nearby arterial corridors such as Jericho Turnpike and Hillside Avenue.
Residential street parking is readily available during the day, though village permits are required for overnight parking and commuter rail lots. Limited free and metered short-term parking is located along Covert Avenue.
Things to do in Stewart Manor
- Stroll the quaint tree-lined avenues to admire early 20th-century Tudor and colonial revival architecture
- Dine and browse local independent shops along the Covert Avenue commercial corridor
- Attend community events and recreational gatherings at the Stewart Manor Country Club
Local favorites
- Stella Ristorante · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (240)A cozy, upscale neighborhood staple serving classic Italian pasta, seafood, and fine wine.
- Covert Bagels · Bagel Shop & Deli · 4.5★ (185)A beloved local morning stop offering fresh kettle-boiled bagels, spreads, and breakfast sandwiches.
- Stewart Manor Country Club · Event Venue & Catering · 4.4★ (210)Historic community venue featuring manicured grounds, an event hall, and local seasonal pool amenities.
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Common questions about Stewart Manor
Is Stewart Manor safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Stewart Manor a good place to live?
On safety, Stewart Manor 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 Stewart Manor?
Walk score 62/100 and bike score 58/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Stewart Manor are safer?
Ritz-Carlton Residences (96), The Gates at North Hills (95) score higher nearby.
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