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East Rockaway, NY

East Rockaway is a village in Nassau County, on the South Shore of Long Island, in New York, United States. The population was 9,818 at the 2010 census. 

The Incorporated Village of East Rockaway is at the edge of Rockaway Peninsula Proper in the town of Hempstead, adjacent to Hewlett Harbor, Hewlett, Rockville Centre, Lynbrook, and Oceanside. It is the final neighborhood before the beginning of Five Towns, although some have come to include wealthier sections of East Rockaway as a part of Five Towns. East Rockaway is an inner suburb, only 24 km (15 mi) from downtown Manhattan. The primary ethnicities are Italian and Irish. The Waverly Park neighborhood, near the Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Center and along the border with Hewlett, has a sizable Jewish community.

Originally named Near Rockaway, the village began as a shipping and trading center for the South Shore of Long Island. The village's location was desirable for ships because of its deep channels inland. Eventually, a grist mill was built on the Mill River by Joseph Haviland through a land grant in 1688. The Haviland-Davison Grist Mill, located in Memorial Park, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1998. Later, an oven was purchased to make bread for the surrounding population. The village prospered in shipping and milling over the years, even after several sales of the land. The village's name was changed in 1869 to East Rockaway.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 1.03 square miles (2.7 km²), of which 1.02 square miles (2.6 km²) is land and 0.01 square miles (0.026 km²) is water.

The village of East Rockaway places great emphasis on health and wellness. The South Nassau Communities Hospital, situated nearby, is a crucial healthcare institution that provides a wide range of medical services to the community. Residents also have access to fitness centers, parks, and recreational facilities that promote an active and healthy lifestyle. The picturesque waterfront location along the Mill River and Hewlett Bay encourages outdoor activities and strolls. The Healing Garden Spa provides a serene environment with massages, facials, and holistic therapies designed for relaxation and rejuvenation. ROK Health & Fitness features state-of-the-art exercise equipment, personalized training programs, and group fitness classes like Zumba and spin cycling to accommodate various fitness levels. Lotus Breeze Yoga hosts yoga and Pilates classes that focus on core strength, flexibility, and mental clarity. East Rockaway Chiropractic offers a range of chiropractic services focusing on spinal health, pain relief, and overall wellness. Anytime Fitness provides 24/7 access to a wide array of exercise equipment and personalized training sessions, making it convenient for all schedules. Planet Fitness promotes a judgment-free environment with a wide array of exercise equipment and group fitness classes. These diverse facilities and activities make East Rockaway a hub for wellness and active living, enriching the lives of its residents.

Top Sites in East Rockaway, NY: Empire State Building, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Museum of Modern Art.

Population: 10,028 (2022). ZIP Code: 11518. Area codes: 516 and 363. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Area: 1.03 sq mi (2.67 km²).

FAQs

What are the demographics of East Rockaway, NY?

White: 82.7% Black or African American: 6.25% Asian: 4.46% Two or more races: 3.81%.  The average household income in East Rockaway is $153,139 with a poverty rate of 2.98%. The median age in East Rockaway is 40.5 years: 44.1 years for males, and 39.4 years for females.

What is the history of East Rockaway, NY?

Originally named Near Rockaway, the village began as a shipping and trading center for the South Shore of Long Island. The village's location was desirable for ships because of its deep channels inland. Eventually, a grist mill was built on the Mill River by Joseph Haviland through a land grant in 1688.

What is the crime rate in East Rockaway, NY?

The crime rate in East Rockaway is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 23 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in East Rockaway is 1 in 44. Based on FBI crime data, East Rockaway is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to New York, East Rockaway has a crime rate that is higher than 91% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

Village of East Rockaway

Neighborhood Scout

AFC

World Population Review

USGS

Mind Body

South Nassau Communities Hospital

Niche

Calmeruny.com

Nps.gov

Parks.ny.gov

Healing Garden Spa 

ROK Health & Fitness

Lotus Breeze Yoga

East Rockaway Chiropractic

Anytime Fitness

Planet Fitness

Empire State Building

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Museum of Modern Art

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