Dundee Neighborhood
Is Dundee, NY (Rock Stream) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Dundee, New York - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe10
Medium6
Low10
Other27
3 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape0
Child involved0
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 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a family disturbance report at Smith Memorial Park, where a caller said another person took her belongings, phone, and keys and left. The caller was advised to wait at the park office for assistance. | Smith Memorial Park, 5303 Park Ave, Hector, NY 14841 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible reckless driver on Route 14 north near Spencer Road involving a red pickup towing a trailer. A unit initially responded for a disabled vehicle but was later told to disregard. | NY-14 & Spencer Rd, Reading, NY 14878 | Traffic |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported burglary alarm at Lakewood Winery, based on an alarm company call, with multiple units heading to the scene. | NY-14, Watkins Glen, NY 14891 | Break-In |
| Jul 10, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are dispatched to a reported fire alarm activation at a winery on State Route 14 near Inwood Road in Watkins Glen. | NY-14, Watkins Glen, NY 14891 | Fire |
| Jul 10, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies investigated a report of a suspicious Mercedes van with its doors open at Skyland Farm on Route 414 and then made contact with the owner, who appeared to be present. | NY-414, Burdett, NY 14818 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 10, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched to a possible panic alarm at a location near Peach Orchard Point in Hector, New York. An officer reported responding from the Crank Road area. | Peach Orchard Point, Hector, NY 14841 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 8, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a 93-year-old male who fell and has knee pain near Sunset Shores Street off State Route 414 by the water bend. | Sunset Shores, Burdett, NY 14818 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 6, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services were dispatched near Main Street in Burdett for a reported unresponsive person, and a unit acknowledged an upgraded high-priority medical call. | Main St, Burdett, NY 14818 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 6, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical incident near Fir Tree Point Road in Starkey involving an (number withheld)-year-old man who was having serious breathing problems and reportedly turned blue while on oxygen. Mouth-to-mouth instructions and CPR were started, and the patient was later reported to be breathing again. | Fir Tree Point Rd, Rock Stream, NY 14878 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 4, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a mutual-aid structure fire near Lake Ave in the Burdett Fire District, with six fire departments responding from outside the county. | Lake Ave, Burdett, NY 14818 | Fire |
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Median Home Price
$157,765
Average Rent
$1,136
Vacancy Rate
32.3%
Overview
Rock Stream is a remote neighborhood in Dundee, NY, with mostly medium to small single-family homes and mobile homes, many built before 1940.
The neighborhood has a high vacancy rate and a significant seasonal occupancy, reflecting its unique housing dynamics.
Affordable HousingHistoric HomesHigh Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Child Poverty Rate | 48.4% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Rock Stream's housing includes medium to small single-family homes and mobile homes, with a high vacancy rate and some seasonal occupancy.
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many homes built before 1940, some between 1970 and 1999 |
| Seasonal Occupancy | 23.1% |
What buyers will notice right away
Homes are older and priced below most New York neighborhoods.
Vacancy and seasonal occupancy rates are notably high, which may affect neighborhood dynamics.
Families & Lifestyle
Rock Stream is a below average income neighborhood with a high child poverty rate and a workforce focused on manufacturing and sales.
The neighborhood has a strong manufacturing and labor presence.
High child poverty rate indicates economic challenges for families.
Working-Class Community — Many residents work in manufacturing, sales, and clerical jobs.
| Child Poverty Rate | 48.4% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing & Laborer Occupations | 38.8% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 22.2% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Below average income |
| German/Yiddish Language | 5.0% |
| Swiss Ancestry | 3.9% |
| Greek Ancestry | 2.5% |
| English Language | 93.7% |
Commute
Residents mostly drive alone with some carpooling, and many have short commutes under 15 minutes.
Rock Stream offers short commute times with a majority driving alone and a notable carpool rate.
Short Commutes — Over a third of residents commute under 15 minutes.
Car Ownership — Driving alone is common, with some carpooling.
| Commute Time Under 15 Minutes | 36.0% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 71.6 |
| Carpool Rate | 11.7 |
Homes for sale near 14818
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Rock Stream?
The median home price is $157,765.
How high is the vacancy rate?
Vacancy rate is 32.3%, higher than 95.9% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What is the child poverty rate?
48.4%, higher than 93.5% of U.S. neighborhoods.