
Is Center Cambridge / Fly Summit a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
4 Registered Offenders Nearby
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, officers conducted a possible traffic stop involving a tanker truck on South Park Street near a school, with license plate information provided over the radio. | S Park St, Cambridge, NY 12816 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a satellite text-to-911 from a location near Ashgrove Road in White Creek reporting a possible search and rescue emergency, with no cellular service and no voice contact. The signal appears to plot near a garage at the back of a property with ponds behind it, and responders are being sent to check the area. There is a noted history of firearms at the residence. | Ashgrove Rd, Cambridge, NY 12816 | Missing Person |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving a 71-year-old female with a history of seizures and confusion was reported near State Route 372 at the intersection of Brown Lane and Kenton Farm Road in Jackson. Emergency responders requested additional personnel for extrication from the third floor. | NY-372, Cambridge, NY 12816 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving a 71-year-old female with prior seizure and confusion is reported near State Route 372 and Dr. Brown Lane in Jackson. Cambridge EMS is responding. | NY-372, Cambridge, NY 12816 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, cambridge EMS was dispatched to a care facility on South Union Street in Cambridge for an 88-year-old man in the dining room with a possible stroke. Radio updates indicate he was conscious but not alert, breathing, with facial droop and seizure activity. | S Union St, Cambridge, NY 12816 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, cambridge EMS is dispatched to a location on South Union Street in Cambridge for an apparent medical emergency involving an 80-year-old man with possible stroke symptoms, reportedly requested by a care facility. | S Union St, Cambridge, NY 12816 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer reported being with a juvenile on an e-bike near Spring Street and North Park (exact city not stated in the transmission). | Spring St & N Park St, Cambridge, NY 12816 | Other Non-Crime |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving an elderly female with weakness and multiple falls occurred near Gilbert Street in Cambridge, with EMS dispatched as a second call with priority two. | Gilbert St, Cambridge, NY 12816 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a possible suspicious person near North Park Street and East Main Street in Cambridge. | S Park St & E Main St, Cambridge, NY 12816 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to an elderly female patient at the Mansion near South Union Street. The patient was conscious, alert, breathing, and experiencing a prolapsed rectum. Transport to Glens Falls was requested. | S Union St, Cambridge, NY 12816 | Medical Emergency |
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Neighborhood Overview
Center Cambridge / Fly Summit is a remote neighborhood in Cambridge, NY, known for its historic homes built mostly before 1939 and some between 1970 and 1999.
The area features a mix of medium to large single-family homes and small apartment buildings, with most residences owner occupied.
Quick Facts
| Retiree-Friendly Rank | 95.7% |
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Housing market and real estate character
Center Cambridge / Fly Summit's housing stock is primarily owner occupied with a mix of medium to large single-family homes and small apartment buildings.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Most residential real estate is owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to large single-family homes and small apartment buildings |
| Housing Age | Many homes built before 1939; some between 1970 and 1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood is peaceful and quiet, attracting a vibrant mix of educated seniors and other age groups.
| Retiree-Friendly Rank | 95.7% |
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Demographics & Culture
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 35.3% |
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| Income Rank | Above average income |
| Child Poverty Rate | 8.0% |
| Top Languages | ["English (96.4%)","Italian (6.4%)","Polish"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Irish (22.1%)","English (21.7%)","German (16.3%)","Italian (10.9%)","Scottish (6.3%)","Danish (3.5%)"] |
Commute & Transportation
Most residents have short commutes and rely on private vehicles, with some walking and carpooling.
Center Cambridge / Fly Summit offers short commute times and a high rate of driving alone, typical of many suburban neighborhoods.
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 75.5% |
| Walk to Work Rate | 7.4% |
| Carpool Rate | 6.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Center Cambridge / Fly Summit good for retirees?
Yes, it ranks more retiree-friendly than 95.7% of New York neighborhoods due to its peacefulness, safety, and housing options.
What types of homes are common here?
The neighborhood features medium to large single-family homes and small apartment buildings, many historic.
How is the commute in this neighborhood?
Most residents have short commutes under 15 minutes, with a high rate of driving alone.