New Canaan, CT
Is New Canaan, CT (Pinneys Corners / Sellecks Corners) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe79
Medium77
Low85
Other341
10 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape3
Child involved7
Assault0
Other3
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was requested for an elderly man walking near Dale Street and Lincoln Dale Plaza in Lincolndale, New York. | Dale St, Lincolndale, NY 10589 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are responding to a reported fire alarm activation near Stony Road North across from Bedford Road in Bedford Hills, New York. | N Bedford Rd, Bedford Hills, NY 10507 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible motor vehicle crash in Heritage Hills with damage and airbag deployment. The driver was out of the vehicle, reportedly okay, and someone at the scene was waiting for emergency medical help to arrive. | Heritage Hills, NY | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible commercial alarm activation at Monkey Village on Cross Meadow Lane, with units from South Salem being dispatched. | Cross Meadow Ln, Cross River, NY 10518 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are making a second request to respond to a reported residential incident near Tompkins Road and Miller Avenue in Yorktown Heights. | Tompkins Rd, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a possible residential alarm at a home near Old Mill Road in Yorktown Heights, associated with incident number 947683. | Old Mill Rd, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a possible residential burglary alarm at a home near Tompkins Road in the Shenorock area, across from Miller Avenue. | Tompkins Rd, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a reported seizure near Warren Street, Somers. The dispatch noted an open gate to the rear of the house. This appears to be a confirmed seizure call. | Warren St, Somers, NY 10589 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to a seizure near Warren Street and Brown Drive in Heritage Hills. | Warren St & Hachaliah Brown Dr, Heritage Hills, NY 10589 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a dog bite incident occurred near Heritage Hills. Emergency medical services are responding. | Heritage Hls, Somers, NY 10589 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$3,879,181
Average Rent
$6,097
Vacancy Rate
8.2%
Overview
Pinneys Corners / Sellecks Corners is a rural neighborhood in New Canaan, CT, with very high real estate prices and a majority of owner-occupied large homes.
The neighborhood has a moderate vacancy rate and many homes built between 1940 and 1969, with some newer construction since 2000.
RuralLarge HomesExecutive LifestyleHigh Work From Home
Quick Facts
| Owner Occupied Rate | Very High |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Pinneys Corners / Sellecks Corners is dominated by large owner-occupied single-family homes, many built between 1940 and 1969, with some recent construction.
| Large Homes | More large homes than 99.9% of US neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many homes built 1940-1969, some built 2000-present |
| Vacancy Rate | 8.2% |
What buyers will notice right away
Neighborhood has an exceptionally high share of large homes.
Owner occupancy rate is among the highest nationally.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood is favored by wealthy, educated executives and married couples, with a very high work-from-home rate.
High owner occupancy supports residential stability.
High married couple concentration indicates family-oriented community.
Executive Lifestyle — Rated better for executive lifestyles than 99.4% of CT neighborhoods.
Family Friendly — Popular among married couples and families.
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 86.3% |
|---|---|
| Married Couples Concentration | Higher than 98.8% of US neighborhoods |
| Work From Home Rate | 38.2% |
Demographics
| College Educated Adults | 86.3% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management, Professional Jobs | 67.9% |
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 0.6% |
| Wealth Rank | Top 0.6% |
| Foreign Born | |
| Top Languages | ["English (92.2%)","Italian","Polish"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Irish (27.8%)","English (17.5%)","Italian (12.7%)","German (7.4%)","Polish (6.7%)","Greek (4.7%)"] |
Commute
Residents have a mix of commute times with many working from home and a moderate share using train transit.
Pinneys Corners / Sellecks Corners features a high work-from-home rate and strong executive presence with moderate transit use.
High Work From Home — 38.2% work from home, well above national averages.
Train Use Above Average — 13.3% commute by train, higher than most US neighborhoods.
| Work From Home Rate | 38.2% |
|---|---|
| Train Commute Rate | 13.3% |
| Drive Alone Rate | 46.0% |
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 10526
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Pinneys Corners / Sellecks Corners?
The median home price is $3,879,181, more expensive than 99.4% of Connecticut neighborhoods.
How common is working from home here?
38.2% of residents work from home, higher than 98.6% of US neighborhoods.