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University Gardens

#6 in Best Places to Raise a Family in New York
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Suburb of New York City, NY
  • 11 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      A+
    2. Crime & Safety
      NG
    3. Housing
      B-
    4. Nightlife
      A-
    5. Good for Families
      A+
    6. Diversity
      A
    7. Jobs
      B-
    8. Weather
      B
    9. Cost of Living
      C-
    10. Health & Fitness
      A+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A
    12. Commute
      B
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    University Gardens is a suburb of New York City with a population of 4,202. University Gardens is in Nassau County and is one of the best places to live in New York. Living in University Gardens offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In University Gardens there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Residents of University Gardens tend to be liberal. The public schools in University Gardens are highly rated.
    About University Gardens...
    Population
    4,202

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $750,500
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,552
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Urban Suburban Mix
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      23%
    • Own
      77%
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    University Gardens Rankings

    Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.

    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    NG
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      —
      282.7
    • Murder
      —
      6.1
    • Rape
      —
      40.7
    • Robbery
      —
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      —
      500.1
    • Theft
      —
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      —
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    A
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      10%
    • 10-17 years
      12%
    • 18-24 years
      6%
    • 25-34 years
      8%
    • 35-44 years
      17%
    • 45-54 years
      17%
    • 55-64 years
      12%
    • 65+ years
      18%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      29%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      34%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      17%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      15%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      6%
      13%

    Working in University Gardens

    Jobs
    B-
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $115,536
    National
    $55,322
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      University Gardens Reviews

      11 reviews
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      Mixed housing - plenty of rentals and options to buy. Overall middle class community however, many high-end homes. Most rental options are located close to town. Several villages within the town, each having their own police department, some with additional park space.
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      It's great for families. The schools and services are really great and there are many restaurants, shops and playgrounds. It's location is ideal for NYC commuters and it's close to beaches.
      Family friendly, pet friendly , people friendly. Lots of green spaces to enjoy, close to public transportation and easy access to NYC.