Is Waverly (Eastchester) safe?
Eastchester, New York · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Waverly (Eastchester) as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Waverly (Eastchester)
“Go. Waverly is a quiet, exceptionally safe residential enclave within the affluent town of Eastchester in southern Westchester County. Violent crime is practically nonexistent, and visitors can walk around at all hours with peace of mind.”
About the area
Waverly is a pleasant, tree-lined residential pocket tucked between central Eastchester and the village of Tuckahoe. The neighborhood features well-kept single-family homes, small apartment buildings, and easy access to local Italian-American dining and commuter rail stations.
- Suburban / Peaceful
- Family-Friendly
- Tree-Lined
- Low-Crime
Walking and biking in Waverly (Eastchester)
Walk score: 68/100 · Bike score: 45/100
There is no local municipal bike-share system, but cyclists have straightforward access to the nearby Bronx River Pathway for scenic multi-use recreational riding.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime and property crime rates are among the lowest in New York State
- High median household incomes well exceeding $130,000 and minimal poverty
- Close proximity to Tuckahoe and Crestwood Metro-North train stations
- Well-maintained public spaces, clean streets, and responsive municipal services
Cons
- Primarily residential with limited direct commercial entertainment within the micro-neighborhood
- Narrow residential streets can lead to tight on-street parking during peak evening hours
- Higher living costs and limited budget-friendly hospitality options directly in the area
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Waverly or the broader Eastchester area.
What Waverly (Eastchester) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with commuters walking toward nearby train stations and locals walking dogs.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet, sunlit residential streets with school traffic and minimal pedestrian congestion.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Warm suburban atmosphere with families returning home and steady dinner traffic to nearby restaurants.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely calm, dark, and quiet with negligible street activity and high overall safety.
Transit, parking and getting around
Bee-Line Bus routes (including the Route 40 and Route 60 along White Plains Road) serve the area, and the Metro-North Harlem Line stations at Tuckahoe and Crestwood are within a 10 to 15 minute walk.
Street parking is generally accessible on residential blocks, though some streets have alternate-side or town permit rules; commercial corridors have metered street parking and municipal surface lots nearby.
Things to do in Waverly (Eastchester)
- Enjoy casual Italian dining and classic pizza along nearby White Plains Road and Columbus Avenue
- Take a tranquil walk or jog through nearby Lake Isle Country Club grounds and surrounding parkland
- Explore the nearby Tuckahoe village square and take a short train ride into Manhattan
Local favorites
- Burrata Wood Fired Pizza · Italian Restaurant · 4.6★ (710)Popular neighborhood spot offering artisanal wood-fired pizzas and homemade pastas in a cozy rustic setting.
- Polpettina · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (820)Inventive spot famous for creative meatballs, brick-oven pizzas, and seasonal craft cocktails.
- Mason Sandwich Co. · Sandwich Shop · 4.7★ (460)Acclaimed casual eatery serving elevated hot and cold sandwiches with gourmet ingredients.
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Common questions about Waverly (Eastchester)
Is Waverly (Eastchester) safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Waverly (Eastchester) a good place to live?
On safety, Waverly (Eastchester) 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 Waverly (Eastchester)?
Walk score 68/100 and bike score 45/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Waverly (Eastchester) are safer?
Waverly (Eastchester) scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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