North Hempstead, Administrative division in Nassau County, United States.
North Hempstead is a town in Nassau County spanning multiple villages and communities, including several with waterfront access to Long Island Sound. The region contains established residential neighborhoods with local shops, schools, and parks that serve the communities living there.
The area split from an adjacent town in 1784 after the American Revolution, when the local population had different experiences during the independence struggle. This division created a separate government that continued to develop on its own.
The communities here show different characters, from waterfront neighborhoods along Long Island Sound to inland areas where residents have built local traditions and gathering places. Each village has its own shops, parks, and community centers where people meet for events and daily activities.
Visitors can use public transportation to reach different neighborhoods, with bus services and rail connections across the region. Many areas are walkable, especially in older village centers where shops and services cluster together.
The area has operated under a rule preventing new village formations for nearly a century, which shapes its current makeup. This peculiarity keeps it a relatively stable region without newer municipal expansions.
Location: Nassau County
Elevation above the sea: 31 m
Shares border with: Hempstead, Oyster Bay
Website: http://northhempstead.com
GPS coordinates: 40.75889,-73.58806
Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:09
Photo license: CC BY-SA 3.0
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