East Islip South, East Islip NY

Is East Islip South a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe629

Medium730

Low1012

Other2685

54 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape18

Child involved16

Assault2

Other23

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, fire crews are responding to a reported carbon monoxide alarm at a residence on Hill Drive in Bohemia.	Hill Dr, Bohemia, NY 11716	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a store on Union Boulevard for a welfare check on a man reportedly yelling and refusing to leave.	Union Blvd, Bay Shore, NY 11706	Disturbance
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported disturbance at a fast food restaurant on Montauk Highway involving a white Honda Civic that is reportedly blocking the drive-through lane.	Montauk Hwy, Oakdale, NY 11769	Disturbance
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a reported runaway minor near South Avenue in Bay Shore. The juvenile was reportedly picked up by someone in a red Prius and last seen heading toward Main Street.	South St, Bay Shore, NY 11706	Missing Person
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible domestic-related assault on Calebs Path in Central Islip, where a caller stated her ex-boyfriend punched her in the mouth and stole her cell phone before leaving the area in an unknown direction.	Calebs Path, Brentwood, NY 11717	Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported domestic-related assault and robbery near Calebs Path in Central Islip, where an ex-boyfriend allegedly punched the victim and took her cell phone before leaving in an unknown direction.	Calebs Path, Brentwood, NY 11717	Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible domestic-related assault at a home off Calebs Path near Lexington, where a woman says her former partner punched her and took her phone before leaving the area.	Calebs Path, Brentwood, NY 11717	Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a possible burglary after an alarm company reports an open door at a residence on Windsor Place in Central Islip. The company has not reached a keyholder and may call back if contact is made.	Windsor Pl, Central Islip, NY 11722	Break-In
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was reported near Third Avenue and Grove Street for a male lying on the ground by the street. A passing motorist called it in.	Third Ave, Bay Shore, NY 11706	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported disorderly person on Garden Way near East Main Street, where a male was said to be banging on a neighbor’s door.	Garden Way, East Islip, NY 11730	Disturbance

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Median Home Price

$808,085

Average Rent

$4,973

Vacancy Rate

1.1%

Nearby neighborhoods

East Islip South Overview

East Islip South is a coastal suburban neighborhood in East Islip, NY, with mostly medium to large single-family homes built between 1940 and 1999. The housing supply is tight with a 1.1% vacancy rate.

The neighborhood is very family-friendly, with no children living below the poverty line and a high share of owner-occupied detached homes, giving it a stable, community-oriented feel.

CoastalSuburbanFamily-FriendlyLow Vacancy

Quick Facts

Child Poverty Rate	0.0%

Housing market and real estate character

East Islip South features predominantly owner-occupied, detached single-family homes, many built between 1940 and 1969, with some from 1970 to 1999.

Owner Occupied Rate	High
Detached Single-Family Homes	99.6%
Housing Age	Mostly 1940-1969, some 1970-1999

What buyers will notice right away

High owner occupancy suggests neighborhood stability.

Waterfront location offers recreational amenities and a nautical atmosphere.

Families & Lifestyle

East Islip South is highly family-friendly, with top schools, low child poverty, and a strong community feel.

High owner occupancy and detached homes support family stability.

Low child poverty and good schools enhance family quality of life.

Family Focused — Many families with school-aged children live here, fostering community.

Urban Sophisticates — Also attractive to professionals and college students.

Family-Friendly Rank	Top 2.7% in NY
Child Poverty Rate	0.0%
Executive Occupations	58.8%

Demographics

Executive, Management & Professional Occupations	58.8%
Childhood Poverty Rate	0.0%
Income Rank	Higher than 94.5% of US neighborhoods
Top Languages	["English (92.6%)","Spanish (5.5%)"]
Top Ancestries	["Italian (35.1%)","Irish (27.0%)","German (12.8%)","English (5.2%)","Polish (4.5%)"]

Commute

Most residents drive alone with commute times mostly between 15 and 30 minutes, though some have longer commutes.

East Islip South offers mostly short to moderate commutes with high car dependency.

Short Commutes — Nearly 30% commute 15-30 minutes.

Car Dependent — High drive-alone rate at 81.1%.

Drive Alone Rate	81.1%
Main Commute Time	15-30 minutes (29.6%)
Long Commute	10.0% commute over 1 hour

Homes for sale near 11730

For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.

$318,990

4 bd | 3 ba | 2,260 sqft

11730 Salers Loop

Middlesex, NC, 27557