Neighborhood in Clifton Park, NY
Is Clifton Park South a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Clifton Park, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe24
Medium39
Low29
Other106
20 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape4
Child involved4
Assault1
Other11
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 possible medical emergency with a reported head injury occurred near Ushers Road, Converse Boulevard, and English Road. | Ushers Rd, Mechanicville, NY 12118 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported harassment complaint from a person near Fonda Road in Waterford involving a dispute with a former employer. | Fonda Rd, Waterford, NY 12188 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was reported for a male apparently asleep in his vehicle near Green Mountain Drive. | Green Mountain Dr, Cohoes, NY 12047 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a reported verbal domestic dispute between a man and a woman near Moreland Drive by Sandport Road and Eleanor Court. The situation was reported as verbal only with no weapons mentioned, and the man was later reported leaving on a white bicycle. | Moreland Dr, Mechanicville, NY 12118 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical alarm was activated near Fonda Road. EMS and fire units responded and arrived on scene. | Fonda Rd, Waterford, NY 12188 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a house reportedly on fire near Fonda Road, along with a possible medical alarm activation at the same location. | Fonda Rd, Waterford, NY 12188 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical alarm activation occurred near Fonda Road for Waterford Ambulance, dispatched as a Bravo response. | Fonda Rd, Waterford, NY 12188 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire alarm dispatch at Amazon, 1 Mustang Drive in the Bayth/Colonie district; units were requested and the location was rebroadcast with priority and time updates. | Mustang Dr, Cohoes, NY 12047 | Fire |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews and multiple units responded to a reported fire alarm at a large warehouse facility near Mustang Drive in the south district. Additional calls involved removing a person from a business property, a burglar alarm on Essex Street, and a report of property damage on Osborne Street. | Mustang Dr, Cohoes, NY 12047 | Fire |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, crews respond to a possible fire alarm at a commercial facility on Mustang Drive in Cohoes, New York, reported as a general alarm. | Mustang Dr, Cohoes, NY 12047 | Fire |
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Median Home Price
$435,179
Average Rent
$2,901
Vacancy Rate
7.2%
Overview
Clifton Park South is a suburban neighborhood in Clifton Park, NY, with mostly medium to large single-family homes and townhomes built mainly between 1970 and 1999, plus some from 1940 to 1969.
The neighborhood has a moderate vacancy rate of 7.2%, and is noted for low childhood poverty and a strong executive and professional population.
SuburbanExecutive LifestyleLow Childhood Poverty
Quick Facts
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Clifton Park South consists mainly of owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes and townhomes, mostly built between 1970 and 1999, with some older homes from 1940 to 1969.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Most residences owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Mainly 1970-1999, some 1940-1969 |
| Housing Type | Medium to large single-family homes and townhomes |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy rate near the national median suggests stable housing demand.
Most homes built in late 20th century offer mature neighborhood character.
Families & Lifestyle
Clifton Park South is recognized for its executive lifestyle appeal, low childhood poverty, and diverse linguistic community.
High owner occupancy supports residential stability.
Diverse languages and ancestries enrich neighborhood culture.
Executive Lifestyle — Rated better for executive lifestyles than 96.6% of New York neighborhoods.
Family Friendly — Very low childhood poverty and good for active retirees and families.
| Executive/Professional Share | 60.0% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 60.0% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Income Rank | Top 15% in US |
| English Speakers | 86.1% of households |
| Other Languages | Languages of India, Chinese, German/Yiddish (1.9%) |
| Top Ancestries | Irish (21.6%), Italian (15.4%), German (13.4%), English (11.9%), Asian (9.0%) |
| Foreign Born | 11.9% |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone to work.
Clifton Park South offers manageable commute times with a high rate of solo car travel.
Short Commutes — Nearly half of commuters spend 15 to 30 minutes traveling to work.
Car Dependency — Most residents drive alone to work.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (46.3%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 77.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How affordable is housing in Clifton Park South?
Median home price is $435,179, more expensive than about one-third of New York neighborhoods.
What languages are spoken here?
English is most common, with notable presence of Indian languages, Chinese, and German/Yiddish.