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'So much community service' in North Babylon
Just a few miles from Long Island’s South Shore, North Babylon has a similar story to many other nearby neighborhoods. Its population grew as soldiers returned from World War II, and today it remains popular because of its proximity to the coast and easy transportation into Manhattan for commuters. “It’s a very old and very distinct neighborhood,” says Edmond Ryan, a licensed real estate broker and the owner of Ed Ryan Real Estate Group. “It’s a beautiful little village with a nearly 465-acre Belmont Lake State Park, historic Belmont Lake Tunnel and Carlls Creek and Belmont Lake.”
Beyond North Babylon’s distinctive park, the neighborhood’s most notable feature comes down to the people who call it home. “We have so much community service,” says Larry “Love” Gardner, an associate broker at Exit Realty All Pro who has lived in the community most of his life and has sold homes here for 20 years. “We have a food pantry, we have the Lions Club, we have the Knights of Columbus, we have several different sources of food.” Gardner recalls a time when a resident’s house burned down, and the community came together to raise money for them to rebuild. “They call us the bulldogs, because bulldogs are very tenacious animals, and what they do is bite on your ankle and never let go. We’re a very resilient, persistent community,” Gardner says. “We just keep going… I love being proud of where I live.”
Modest homes from around $500,000
“North Babylon is primarily a quiet residential neighborhood,” Ryan says. “So, most of the housing stock consists of modest, single-family homes.” Most of the homes lining these quiet streets are Cape Cods, ranch-style homes and split-levels. Modest fixer-uppers occasionally dip as low as $500,000, and while the majority of homes max out at around $750,000, a few larger, updated homes climb as high as $850,000.
Athletics at North Babylon High
The North Babylon Union Free School District earns a B from Niche. Children begin their educations at one of five elementary schools like Woods Road Elementary School, which has a B-minus, before moving on to Robert Moses Middle School, which has a B. North Babylon High School has a B-plus and has an impressive track record when it comes to athletics. In 2024, seven student-athletes signed contracts to play for colleges, mostly for soccer teams. The school has also seen graduates go on to play basketball in the NCAA, one to win an NBA championship, one to play for the WNBA and three to compete in the Olympics.
A major hub for highways, nearby Babylon LIRR
North Babylon is home to two cloverleaf interchanges of several major highways, including the Southern State Parkway, Deer Park Avenue, the Babylon Northport Expressway and Sunrise Highway. Homes close to these major roads can experience more traffic noise, but the rest of the neighborhood is pretty quiet year-round, and it makes hopping on the highway to get nearly anywhere on Long Island easy. For those who prefer to commute on the Long Island Rail Road, Babylon Station is about 4 miles away. From there, the train takes commuters to Manhattan’s Penn Station in about an hour and 15 minutes, sometimes less. Good Samaritan University Hospital Center for Pediatric Specialty Care is located in North Babylon, while the main Good Samaritan University Hospital is about 5 miles away. Long Island MacArthur Airport is 15 miles away.
Hiking, fishing and kayaking at Belmont Lake State Park
At 463 acres, Belmont Lake State Park is a focal point for life in North Babylon. People head here to hike, run or walk their dogs along its wooded paths and kayak or fish in its well-stocked lake. The park also has playgrounds, athletic fields, barbeque spots and a dog run. Nearby, Phelps Lane Park is also popular for its playground and athletic spaces, including baseball fields, basketball and tennis courts and a large field used for football and soccer. During the summer, the park also has an outdoor pool. Gardner says that major beaches and parks are also about a 10-minute drive away, including Captree State Park and Robert Moses Beach. Both parks are less than 10 miles away. “Some people go to our beach for a destination, and we can be here in 10 minutes,” Gardner says. “That in and of itself is such a draw.”
Local restaurants and shopping along Deer Park Avenue
Most of North Babylon’s stores and restaurants are stretched along state Route 231, otherwise known as Deer Park Avenue. Many residents start their days at Wally’s Bagels, especially on weekends. “On any given Saturday or Sunday, you can go in there and you’ll have three lines of people waiting almost like we’re in a cheese wheel, like we’re mice. It’s crazy,” Gardner says. There are a few pizza spots in North Babylon as well, including the long-standing Mangia Pizza & Italian Restaurant. Gardner says he’s been eating there for 35 years, and the sauce — which he says is a family recipe from Italy — is fantastic. Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet is also a popular dinner spot.
There are also a few small businesses, including The Nameless Ink Tattoo and Art Studio, and retailers like PetSmart and GameStop. For groceries, there’s an Aldi and Italian-style grocery store Uncle Guiseppe’s Marketplace. “They have ... a hot tray if you want to get eggplant rotini or there’s chicken parmesan or meatball spaghetti,” Gardner says. “So at 7:00, the real locals know that that whole thing goes half-price. The hoverers show up at 6:30, and they take their stuff and then they walk around the store for a half hour so they can get half-price on their food.” Of course, Gardner adds, snagging the food can come after a bit of a stare-down with other hoverers hoping to snag the same meal. For more shopping, dining and entertainment at destinations like The Argyle Theatre, Babylon’s buzzy, walkable downtown is only about 4 miles away.
Local events and charitable drives
North Babylon is quiet most of the year, but the local Lions Club hosts several big events, from an annual spring fair that features local vendors and bouncy rides to the Turkaree, where local groups donate food baskets to families in need around Thanksgiving. There’s also an annual holiday tree lighting ceremony at Belmont Lake State Park, which is followed by a fireworks show.
Hurricane season on Long Island
All of Long Island can be impacted by hurricane season, and North Babylon is no different. Thanks to its location a little inland, there’s only a minor risk of flooding in the community, but there’s still a major risk of high winds.
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Parks in this Area
Phelps Lane Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Anthony Sanchez Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Belmont Lake State Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Boating
Wyandanch Park
Basketball
Tennis
Playground
Parkway Lawns Park
Soccer
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Fabio Buttitta Park and Pool
Transit
Airport
Long Island MacArthur
24 min drive
Bus
Deer Park Ave & Prairie Dr
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Deer Park Ave & Cooper Rd
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Deer Park Ave & Poplar St
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Woods Rd & Deer Park Ave
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Woods Rd & French Ave
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Deer Park Ave & Freedom St
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Deer Park Ave & Phelps Ln
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4.144 Reviews
4.0Current Resident
9/4/2018Niche Review
It is very nice and quite there are a lot to do with the kids. There are two close malls and a new outlet that is adding new stores
5.0Current Resident
7/10/2022Niche Review
I was born and raised in North Babylon, NY. The community here is extremely connected and many of the alumni love the town so much, that they came back after graduating from college to plant more familial roots here. Everyone knows each other and the schools in the area are of great quality.
4.0Niche User
5/13/2015Niche Review
I have always felt safe here, but there is some crime that occurs, but it is usually nothing too serious.
5.0Current Resident
9/9/2018Niche Review
Tight-knit community where everyone helps one another and everybody knows your name. Community rallies around sports and special events at each and every turn. Support for the handicapped and elderly is a common characteristic throughout the community.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
North Babylon
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
North Babylon Demographics and Home Trends
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
16,921
Median Age
43
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$113,654
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$142,693
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.1%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
31.7%
Advanced Degrees
11.5%
% Population in Labor Force
68.9%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
32''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
38/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
49/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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