Hicksville, NY — Accident Reports & Safety Information

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

Overview

Type
Hamlet
County
Nassau County
Population
41,547
ZIP Codes
11801, 11802
Coordinates
40.7687°N, 73.5249°W

Emergency Resources

Hospitals

  • St. Joseph Hospital — 4295 Hempstead Tpke, Bethpage, NY 11714 | (516) 579-6000
  • Nassau University Medical Center — 2201 Hempstead Tpke, East Meadow, NY 11554 | (516) 572-0123
  • Plainview Hospital (Northwell Health) — 888 Old Country Rd, Plainview, NY 11803 | (516) 719-3000

Police

  • NCPD 8th Precinct — 475 N Franklin St, Hempstead, NY 11550 | (516) 573-6800

Courts

  • Nassau County District Court — 99 Main St, Hempstead, NY 11550 | (516) 572-2355
  • Nassau County Supreme Court — 100 Supreme Court Dr, Mineola, NY 11501 | (516) 571-2904

Major Roads Through Hicksville

Recent Incidents

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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

Which intersections have the most accidents in Hicksville?

Broadway and Jericho Turnpike is historically Hicksville's most dangerous intersection, with high volumes of turning traffic from four commercial quadrants. The area around the Hicksville LIRR station on Jerusalem Avenue also sees frequent pedestrian-vehicle conflicts. The Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway interchanges at Jericho Turnpike and Old Country Road are high-accident zones.

Is Route 135 (Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway) dangerous near Hicksville?

Yes. The Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway (Route 135) is a high-speed limited-access facility and the interchanges at Old Country Road (Exit 8S/9N) and Jericho Turnpike (Exit 10N/11S) are complex interchange areas with speed differentials and merge conflicts. The expressway itself has been the scene of high-severity accidents including rollovers and multi-vehicle collisions.

What hospital is closest to Hicksville for accident emergencies?

St. Joseph Hospital in Bethpage (4295 Hempstead Tpke) is approximately five minutes from central Hicksville and is the closest full emergency facility. For severe trauma, Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow is the region's Level I trauma center and is accessible via Hempstead Turnpike or Route 135.