Is West Amityville 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 West Amityville as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on West Amityville
“Go. West Amityville, nestled along the Oyster Bay and Nassau-Suffolk border, is a peaceful and stable suburban residential community with low violent crime rates. Visitors will find safe, quiet residential streets, though standard precautions against opportunistic car break-ins along main commercial thoroughfares apply.”
About the area
West Amityville is a classic suburban pocket situated in the easternmost portion of Nassau County's Town of Oyster Bay adjacent to Amityville. The area features quiet residential streets lined with single-family homes, modest local parks, and shopping corridors along Sunrise Highway and Merrick Road.
- Suburban / Quiet
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Residential
Walking and biking in West Amityville
Walk score: 48/100 · Bike score: 51/100
There is no municipal bike-share system, but the residential roads are flat and manageable for casual riding, with nearby access to the Massapequa Preserve trail system a short ride to the west.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates well below state and national medians, protected by Nassau County Police
- Strong homeownership rates exceeding 80% with well-maintained single-family properties
- High household income levels and low overall poverty rates typical of southern Oyster Bay
- Convenient driving access to South Shore beaches, marinas, and commuter corridors
Cons
- Car-dependent layout with sparse pedestrian infrastructure outside commercial plazas
- Occasional property crimes and retail thefts clustered along Sunrise Highway (Route 27)
- Limited walkable dining and nightlife options within the immediate residential grid
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is practically non-existent in this residential area, with rare transient panhandling occasionally seen near major shopping center intersections along Sunrise Highway.
What West Amityville is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with locals walking dogs, jogging, and commuting along local arterials.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and safe throughout the residential grid, with steady commercial traffic along Route 27.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet residential atmosphere where street lighting is adequate and walking remains safe.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very low foot traffic and minimal street activity; general safety is high, though streets can feel deserted.
Transit, parking and getting around
Nassau Inter-County Express (NICE) operates bus lines such as the n19 and n54/n55 in the surrounding area, while the nearby Massapequa and Amityville stations on the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) Babylon Branch provide frequent train service into New York City.
Parking is abundant and largely free throughout the area, with spacious surface lots at shopping centers and easy curbside parking on residential streets.
Things to do in West Amityville
- Explore the walking paths and athletic fields at nearby Marjorie R. Post Community Park
- Enjoy waterfront views and seasonal boating access along the Great South Bay shoreline
- Browse local retail shops and dining along the adjacent Merrick Road and Broadway corridors
Local favorites
- Smokin' Al's BBQ · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.5★ (1820)Beloved Long Island staple serving hearty platters of smoked meats and southern-style comfort sides.
- Bake Make Repeat · Bakery · 4.8★ (115)Charming local bakery offering custom cakes, specialty cookies, and fresh morning pastries.
- Vittorio's Italian Steakhouse · Steakhouse / Italian · 4.6★ (1250)Upscale dining destination known for dry-aged steaks, fresh pasta, and an extensive wine list.
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Common questions about West Amityville
Is West Amityville safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is West Amityville a good place to live?
On safety, West Amityville scores 84/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is West Amityville?
Walk score 48/100 and bike score 51/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near West Amityville are safer?
Bar Harbour (94), Biltmore Shores (94), Nassau Shores (94) score higher nearby.
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