Lakeview / Lower West Side, Buffalo Crime Information

Buffalo, NY neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

D

Lakeview / Lower West Side

Buffalo, NY

Crime Score: D – Above average crime

3,644
Population
$20,473
Median Income
$218,615
Median Home Value
32.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 186
Robbery 186
Burglary 166
Larceny/Theft 190
Vehicle Theft 190

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$218,615
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
15.0%
Renter Occupied
85.0%
Vacant
18.1%

Cost of Living

26% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -18%
🛒 Food & Groceries -21%
🚗 Transportation -26%
🏥 Healthcare -25%
💡 Utilities -13%

Compared to U.S. national average

Demographics

Education Level

30.6%
High School+
6.5%
Bachelor's+
1.9%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
28.9%
Black/African American
27.1%
Hispanic/Latino
65.3%
Asian
4.0%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
31° / 17°F
Summer (Jul)
79° / 62°F
🌧️
39.1"
Annual Rain
❄️
91.0"
Annual Snow

About Lakeview / Lower West Side

Lakeview / Lower West Side is a neighborhood located in Buffalo, NY. With a crime score of D, this area has above average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 3,644 residents with a median household income of $20,473 .

Safety Tips

  • Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
  • Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
  • Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
  • Report suspicious activity to local authorities