Question 1

Is 11516 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 11516 in Cedarhurst has a crime score of 95/100, which is below the city average — meaning this area has relatively fewer reported incidents per 1,000 residents than most comparable neighborhoods. Violent crime rates are well below the national baseline, and property crime is similarly low. For residents and prospective buyers, this score places 11516 among the safer ZIP codes in the Cedarhurst metro area.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 11516?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 11516 has a school score of 30/100, based on NCES EdFacts proficiency data. Schools in and near 11516 perform below state averages on math and reading assessments — proficiency rates trail both the Cedarhurst district median and the national baseline. For families prioritizing school quality, comparing individual school ratings in the Full School Report and reviewing each school's state report card before making location decisions is strongly recommended. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts data.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 11516?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 11516 is approximately $1.22M, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 11516 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 11516 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 11516 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 11516 has an overall NeighborScore of 54/100, which is below average for the Cedarhurst metro. The score weights crime (40%), schools (35%), and relative property value (25%). A score below 60 typically reflects above-average crime rates, below-average school proficiency, or both — though the property value component may show strong relative value (more home per dollar). Reviewing the component scores and the Full Reports for crime, schools, and real estate separately will give a clearer picture than the composite alone.

Cedarhurst — ZIP 11516

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