Garden City, NY — Accident Reports & Safety Information

Traffic accident reports, road safety data, emergency resources, and legal information for Garden City, Nassau County, New York.

Overview

Type
Village
County
Nassau County
Population
22,371
ZIP Codes
11530
Coordinates
40.7268°N, 73.6338°W

Emergency Resources

Hospitals

  • NYU Winthrop Hospital — 259 1st St, Mineola, NY 11501 | (516) 663-0333
  • Nassau University Medical Center — 2201 Hempstead Tpke, East Meadow, NY 11554 | (516) 572-0123

Police

  • Garden City Police Department — 100 Marcus Ave, Garden City, NY 11530 | (516) 742-5400

Courts

  • Nassau County District Court — 99 Main St, Hempstead, NY 11550 | (516) 572-2355
  • Garden City Village Justice Court — 100 Marcus Ave, Garden City, NY 11530 | (516) 742-5400
  • Nassau County Supreme Court — 100 Supreme Court Dr, Mineola, NY 11501 | (516) 571-2904

Major Roads Through Garden City

Recent Incidents

Live incident data coming soon.

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Accident Statistics

Historical accident statistics coming soon.

Data is sourced from NYSDOT and local police reports.

Seasonal Hazards

Winter

Black ice on local roads, reduced visibility during nor'easters. Allow extra stopping distance on bridges and overpasses.

Spring

Flooding risk on low-lying roads after heavy rain. Watch for road debris following winter storms.

Summer

Increased beach traffic on weekends. Pedestrian activity near parks and commercial areas peaks July–August.

Fall

Wet leaves create slippery road surfaces. Reduced daylight increases risk during evening rush hour.

Safety Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most dangerous roads in Garden City, NY?

Stewart Avenue, Old Country Road, and the Meadowbrook Parkway corridor are the highest-incident areas in Garden City. The intersection of Stewart Avenue and Westbury Avenue sees frequent rear-end and angle collisions. The Nassau Hub development area near the Coliseum has added significant turning traffic to the local grid.

Who handles traffic accident reports in Garden City?

Garden City has its own police department that handles all local accident reports. The GCPD can be reached at (516) 742-5400. For emergencies, always call 911 first. NCPD assists with accidents on Meadowbrook Parkway and state-maintained roads.

How do I fight a traffic ticket in Garden City?

Traffic tickets issued within Garden City village limits are heard at the Garden City Village Justice Court at 100 Marcus Ave. Tickets issued on state roads like the Meadowbrook Parkway or Route 25 are handled at Nassau County District Court in Hempstead.