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Lake Grove, NY

Lake Grove is a village in the Town of Brookhaven in Suffolk County, New York, United States. The population was 11,163 at the 2010 census. 

The area of Lake Grove was settled in the early 18th century along Middle Country Road, which was then part of the Old Kings Highway, originally a Native American footpath. The community's first church building, built in 1818, was the First Congregational Church of New Village. Placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2002, the building has been preserved and is depicted on the village seal.

In 1870, Lake Grove established its first post office, which carried the mail to and from Lakeland station (discontinued in 1883) by horse and wagon. The area was variously called Lakeland, Lakeville, New Village, Ronkonkoma, or West Middle Island until it settled on the name Lake Grove in the mid-19th century, after the groves of trees near Lake Ronkonkoma.  More developments followed and the population of Lake Grove increased rapidly. In 1954, the newly built Nesconset Highway created a major commercial crossroad in Lake Grove, which prompted the construction of the Smith Haven Mall in 1968, which in turn made the residents concerned about the impact of new businesses and increased traffic in their community.

To gain local control of the zoning and planning, Lake Grove was incorporated by a vote of 552 to 332 on September 9, 1968.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 3.0 square miles (7.8 km²), all land.

Lake Grove places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with several healthcare facilities serving the community. Residents have access to Lake Grove's primary healthcare centers, including St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center, which provides comprehensive medical services to the area. The village also boasts several parks and recreational areas, promoting outdoor activities and well-being. These include Lake Ronkonkoma, a natural glacial lake surrounded by parks, and Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, offering hiking trails and opportunities for nature enthusiasts. Residents can access chiropractic and physical therapy at Lake Grove Chiropractic & Physical Therapy and mental health support from the Family Service League. Fitness enthusiasts can join gyms like LA Fitness and Planet Fitness, while personalized nutrition and wellness coaching are available from Nutrition for Optimal Health. Community activities include the Smith Haven Mall Walkers Club for indoor walking, Avalon Park and Preserve for outdoor hiking and biking, and the Healthy Lake Grove Initiative, which promotes wellness through health fairs and fitness challenges, ensuring a balanced and healthy lifestyle for the community.

Top Sites in Lake Grove, NY: Avalon Nature Preserve, Tiki Action Park, Sunken Meadow State Park.

Population: 11,072 (2020). ZIP Code: 11755. Area codes: 631, 934. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Incorporated: September 9, 1968. Area: 2.95 sq mi (7.63 km²).

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What is the ethnicity of Lake Grove, NY?

White: 78.23% Asian: 9.71% Two or more races: 6.52%. The average household income in Lake Grove is $140,166 with a poverty rate of 5.65%. The median age in Lake Grove is 40.6 years: 38 years for males, and 43.3 years for females.

What is the crime rate in Lake Grove, NY?

Lake Grove has an overall crime rate of 12 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Lake Grove is 1 in 82. How does Lake Grove fare compared to other communities in New York of all population sizes? Lake Grove's crime rate is lower than approximately 30% of New York communities.

Why is it called Lake George, NY?

The lake was finally named “Lake George” by Sir William Johnson in 1755 for his King, George II of England. Lake George was a strategic battleground for the Seven Years' War, known as the “French and Indian War.” Here, Montcalm fought against Amherst and Abercrombie. Later, Ethan Allen and his Green Mountain Boys and Burgoyne, Benedict Arnold and his Canadian force, as well as the Native Americans who were both friend and foe, battled on and along the shores of Lake George.

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Wikipedia

Village of Lake Grove

County Chiropractic

Family Service League

LA Fitness

Planet Fitness

Stony Brook Medicine

Kingsborough Community College

Catholic Health

Smith Haven Mall

NY Health

Town of Lake George

Neighborhood Scout

World Population Review

Avalon Nature Preserve

Tiki Action Park

Sunken Meadow State Park

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