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Lynbrook--A calm NYC Suburb With Nosy Neighbors User Rating 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 10, 2018) Lynbrook, New York, is a decent place to live. After years of growing up here, I would say that there are a lot of pros, but also some cons. One major pro is that it is generally a good neighborhood to live in and walk around. It has a calm, safe, suburban atmosphere. Also, there ...Read More is a Long Island Railroad stop. Numerous buses also pass through the neighborhood. There is a White Castle location in Lynbrook, which is very unique because there really aren't that many White Castles around.

Like I said, there are some cons. One major con is the fact that Lynbrook is particularly known for nosy neighbors and residents who are paranoid and trigger happy with calling 911. The neighborhood has its own local police department, and they are especially known for stopping, frisking and harassing people. If you walk around there enough, you will get stopped by police at some point, and you will have to show your ID. Read Less
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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Lynbrook? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Greis Park
      John Paul Jones Park
      Westwood Park
      Memorial Park
      Memorial Park Playground
      Tanglewood Preserve
      Lister Park
      Morgan Days Park

      Entertainment

      Regal Cinemas 13
      Ou Lala
      Cask Foundation
      Grist Mill Museum
      Malvern Cinema & Arts Center
      Philips House
      AMC
      Kasey's

      Food & Drink

      Cold Stone Creamery
      Lynbrook Delicatessen
      Carvel
      16 Handles
      Kraft Kitchen and Ale House
      White Castle
      Il Pozzo Wine Bar
      Pick Wick

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Lynbrook? Of all people who commute, 20.0% take public transportation in Lynbrook.
      Drive to Work
      62%

      14% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      20%

      15% higher than the US average

      Walk to Work
      3%

      1% higher than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Lynbrook a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      CVS Pharmacy
      Rite Aid
      Picker Pharmacy
      Lakeview Pharmacy

      Doctors

      Norman L Holtz
      Todd J Bragin, M.D.