Tonawanda, NY Crime Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions: Tonawanda, NY Crime & Safety (2026)

Is Tonawanda, NY safe in 2026?

Tonawanda earns an overall crime grade of A — placing it in the "Very Safe" category for 2026. Across all 13 neighborhoods analyzed, 100% received a grade of B or higher, with 92.3% (12 out of 13 neighborhoods) earning a Grade A and the remaining 7.7% (1 neighborhood) earning a Grade B. Not a single neighborhood in Tonawanda received a C, D, or F grade. Standout safe areas include Parkview (A+), Irvington Creekside (A+), and Thomas Edison School (A+) — the latter serving a population of over 4,200 residents. Even the relatively higher-crime area, Sheridian Parkside, only grades out at a B+, confirming that Tonawanda is one of the safer small cities in Western New York.

What is the crime rate in Tonawanda, NY?

Tonawanda's crime profile is exceptionally strong for a city of its size. With a population of 14,790 and a population density of 1,501 residents per square mile, the city maintains a city-wide safety rating of "Very Safe (A)". Every single one of the 13 neighborhoods analyzed falls within the safe range: 92.3% are Grade A and 7.7% are Grade B. To put this in perspective, neighborhoods like Green Acres (A+, pop. 2,530), Marvin Gardens (A+, pop. 3,088), and Green Acres North (A+, pop. 2,592) collectively cover a large share of the city's population and all carry top-tier safety grades. The poverty rate of 10.8% and unemployment rate of 4.4% — both moderate figures — correlate with the city's stable, low-crime environment.

What are the safest neighborhoods in Tonawanda, NY?

Tonawanda has nine neighborhoods rated A+ — the highest possible safety grade — out of 13 total neighborhoods analyzed. Here is how the top performers break down by population and median household income:

• Parkview (A+) — Population: 726 | Median Income: $95,451
• Irvington Creekside (A+) — Population: 304 | Median Income: $108,333
• Thomas Edison School (A+) — Population: 4,209 | Median Income: $84,768
• Green Acres (A+) — Population: 2,530 | Median Income: $75,622
• Marvin Gardens (A+) — Population: 3,088 | Median Income: $70,297
• Colvin Estates (A+) — Population: 863 | Median Income: $72,865
• Green Acres North (A+) — Population: 2,592 | Median Income: $80,737
• Bonnet Street (A+) — Population: 154 | Median Income: $68,354
• Alexander Hamilton / Saint Amelia's (A+) — Population: 1,798 | Median Income: $64,684

Notably, Irvington Creekside leads the city with a median household income of $108,333 — more than double the city-wide median of $51,486 — and carries a perfect A+ safety grade. Thomas Edison School is the most populous A+ neighborhood, covering over 28% of Tonawanda's total population while maintaining top-tier safety.

Which areas of Tonawanda have higher crime?

Even Tonawanda's "higher crime" areas are objectively safe by most standards. The neighborhood with the lowest safety grade in the city is Sheridian Parkside, which earns a B+ — still well within the safe range. Other neighborhoods sometimes noted for comparatively higher activity include Raintree Island (A-) and Cardinal O'Hara (A), both of which still carry A-range grades. For context, 0% of Tonawanda neighborhoods received a C, D, or F grade in 2026. Residents in any part of Tonawanda are living in statistically safe conditions relative to national and regional benchmarks.

Is Tonawanda a good place to live in 2026?

By nearly every measurable indicator, Tonawanda ranks as a strong choice for residents seeking safety and affordability. Key data points for 2026 include:

• Overall Crime Grade: A (Very Safe) — 100% of neighborhoods graded B or higher
• Median Home Value: $118,779 — well below the national median, offering affordability
• Median Household Income: $51,486
• Median Rent: $697/month — significantly below national averages
• Unemployment Rate: 4.4% — near the national average, reflecting a stable local economy
• Poverty Rate: 10.8%
• Population: 14,790 across a walkable 1,501 residents per square mile

The combination of low crime (92.3% of neighborhoods graded A), affordable housing, and low rents makes Tonawanda particularly attractive for families, first-time homebuyers, and retirees. Neighborhoods like Thomas Edison School and Green Acres North offer large, safe residential communities at accessible price points, while Parkview and Irvington Creekside cater to higher-income households seeking premium safety ratings.

How does Tonawanda's safety compare across its neighborhoods?

The distribution of safety grades across Tonawanda's 13 neighborhoods is remarkably uniform and positive:

• Grade A+ neighborhoods: 9 (Parkview, Irvington Creekside, Thomas Edison School, Green Acres, Marvin Gardens, Colvin Estates, Green Acres North, Bonnet Street, Alexander Hamilton / Saint Amelia's)
• Grade A neighborhoods: 1 (Riverview — pop. 270, median income $88,162)
• Grade A- neighborhoods: 1 (Raintree Island)
• Grade B+ neighborhoods: 1 (Sheridian Parkside)
• Grade C, D, or F neighborhoods: 0

This means 84.6% of Tonawanda neighborhoods carry an A or A+ grade, and the full 100% fall within the safe (A or B) range. The gap between the safest and the least-safe neighborhood is narrow — from A+ down to B+ — reflecting a city with consistently low crime across all its communities.