Village Center
Is Village Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Camillus, New York - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe145
Medium182
Low256
Other868
56 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape23
Child involved20
Assault1
Other16
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, eMS was requested near Third Drive for a female with shoulder pain. Squad 37 responded and was reported on scene. | 3rd St, Solvay, NY 13209 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a vehicle-related complaint involving a woman driving eastbound on W Tennessee St and an unknown male. Units followed the vehicle onto Stonehedge (near Sherwood) and ran a license plate (number withheld). The complainant arranged to meet officers at the Tumble Brook Apartments office parking lot near W Genesee St. Another vehicle that arrived was determined to be uninvolved. Separate from the initial complaint, officers confirmed a juvenile was with a trooper on Constellation Way related to an earlier traffic stop, and the juvenile’s mother (name withheld) was directed there. | W Genesee St, Camillus, NY | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible domestic-related vehicle incident near Walmart in Camillus. A woman in a white Nissan Altima is reportedly being chased by her boyfriend in a white Toyota SUV, who allegedly tried to run her off the road while traveling on a nearby route. | W Genesee St, Camillus, NY 13031 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a traffic unit conducted a possible traffic stop near Cherry Road and West Genesee Street in the town of Geddes, and the unit was later cleared from the stop. | Cherry Rd & W Genesee St, Solvay, NY 13209 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible domestic disturbance at a residence on Huron Road after a caller reported an argument in the background and could not be reached on a callback. | Huron Ave N, Syracuse, NY 13209 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers report a possible courtesy transport of an adult woman from a prior stop location to a store on Genesee Street in Camillus, with starting mileage recorded over the radio. | Genesee St, Camillus, NY 13031 | Other Non-Crime Event |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a reported abdominal pain near Hawkwell Road and Slate Hill Road in Marcellus. | Slate Hill Rd, Marcellus, NY | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a business near West Genesee Street for a possible suspicious person and planned to meet with an employee at the location. | W Genesee St, Camillus, NY 13031 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were sent to an apartment complex near Gordon Parkway, Milton Avenue, and Madison Avenue for a reported electrical problem in one unit, where a stove outlet was apparently short-circuiting and residents were evacuating. | Oak Crest Courtyard, Syracuse, NY 13219 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 9 investigated a possible burnt food incident on the first floor outside an apartment in Syracuse and requested a fan for smoke ventilation. | 1st St, Syracuse, NY 13209 | Fire |
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Median Home Price
$195,226
Average Rent
$1,699
Vacancy Rate
5.3%
Neighborhood Overview
Village Center is a suburban neighborhood in Camillus, NY, with mostly small to medium single-family homes and apartment complexes.
Many homes were built between 1940 and 1969, with some older than 1940. The area has a mix of owners and renters.
SuburbanHigh Single-Person HouseholdsOlder HomesLower-Middle Income
Quick Facts
| Households Living Alone | 57.5% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Village Center's housing includes small to medium single-family homes and apartment complexes, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Housing Type | Small to medium single-family homes and apartment complexes |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Mostly built between 1940 and 1969, some before 1940 |
What buyers will notice right away
Older housing stock reflects a well-established community.
Lower vacancy rate suggests above-average demand for housing.
Families & Lifestyle
Village Center has a notably high share of residents living alone, shaping its unique community character.
High proportion of single-person households
Suburban setting with diverse housing
Mix of owners and renters
Independent Living — The neighborhood suits those who prefer living alone or smaller household sizes.
| Households Living Alone | 57.5% |
|---|
Demographics & Culture
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 40.9% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Below average income |
| Child Poverty Rate | 16.6% |
| Top Languages | ["English (94.4%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Irish (25.5%)","English (17.8%)","German (12.4%)","Italian (11.4%)","Dutch (6.4%)","Eastern European (3.2%)"] |
Commute & Transportation
Most residents have moderate commutes and primarily drive alone to work.
Village Center residents mostly drive alone and enjoy relatively short commutes.
Moderate Commutes — Most residents spend 15 to 30 minutes commuting.
Car Reliance — High rate of driving alone reflects suburban transportation patterns.
| Main Commute Time | 15 to 30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 83.3% |
Homes for sale near 13031
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is unique about Village Center households?
57.5% of households are people living alone, a higher share than most US neighborhoods.
What types of homes are common here?
Small to medium single-family homes and apartment complexes, mostly built between 1940 and 1969.
How is the commute in Village Center?
Most residents have commutes between 15 and 30 minutes and drive alone.