Old Field, East Setauket
Is Old Field a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in East Setauket, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe224
Medium269
Low374
Other1080
22 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape5
Child involved8
Assault1
Other9
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, dispatch reports a possible fire alarm activation in a university hospital parking garage involving a dry sprinkler water flow monitor, with fire units notified and responding. | County Rd 97, Stony Brook, NY 11794 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a lift assistance was dispatched in sector 8 near Christian Avenue, Stony Brook. | Christian Ave, Stony Brook, NY | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible e-bike crash near Oxhead Road and Hopewell Drive, potentially involving a collision with a mailbox, with a bleeding adult male rider around 40 years old. | Oxhead Rd & Hopewell Dr, Stony Brook, NY 11790 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible e-bike crash near Oxhead Road and Hopewell Drive, possibly involving a mailbox, with a 40-year-old man reported to be bleeding. | Oxhead Rd & Hopewell Dr, Stony Brook, NY 11790 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units are conducting a well-being check near Toll Drive involving an unknown subject. | John S. Toll Drive, Stony Brook University, NY 11794 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible burglary in progress reported near Pond Path off Sunflower Road. | Pond Path, South Setauket, NY 11720 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, report of a “10-2 in progress” at Target on Pond Path (off Sunflower Ridge Rd). A group of approximately 8–9 white male youths were reported in the parking lot, possibly getting into a vehicle (vehicle description unknown). | Sunflower Ridge Rd, Centereach, NY 11720 | Theft Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible fire alarm activation at a St. Charles facility near Thompson Street in Port Jefferson, New York, involving an auto fire or fire notification alarm. | Thompson St, Port Jefferson, NY 11777 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters responded to a commercial fire alarm at St. Charles Hospital on Belle Terre Road in Port Jefferson. Crews investigated a smoke detector activation on the fifth floor, which was reportedly caused by vaping in a hallway, and the fire alarm system was reset. | Belle Terre Rd, Port Jefferson, NY 11777 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was reported for a 75-year-old woman after a fall near Pacific Street. She appears to have left-sided pain. | Pacific St, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$1,274,031
Average Rent
$6,253
Vacancy Rate
8.1%
Old Field Overview
Old Field is a rural coastal neighborhood in East Setauket, NY, dominated by detached single-family homes built mostly between 1940 and 1999.
The median home price is $1,274,031 and average rent is $6,253, reflecting a wealthy and highly educated community.
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Quick Facts
| Detached Single-Family Homes | Dominant housing type |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Old Field's housing is almost entirely detached single-family homes, mostly built between 1940 and 1999, with some newer homes.
| Detached Single-Family Homes | Nearly all housing stock |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Built mostly 1940-1969 and 1970-1999 |
| Owner Occupied | Majority owner occupied |
What buyers will notice right away
Offers waterfront amenities and a nautical atmosphere.
Dominated by detached homes with strong maintenance.
Families & Lifestyle
Old Field is a wealthy, highly educated neighborhood with a strong executive presence and a mix of families and retirees.
Executive Lifestyle — Rated better for executives than 98.1% of NY neighborhoods.
Wealth and Education — Among the wealthiest and most educated US neighborhoods.
| Advanced Degree Holders | 48.4% |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Occupations | 66.3% |
Demographics
| Advanced Degree Rate | 48.4 |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Share | 66.3 |
| Child Poverty Rate | 5.5 |
| Income Level | Higher than 97.8% of US neighborhoods |
| English Speaking Households | 87.5% |
| Other Languages | Spanish, Chinese, Russian (1.7%) |
| Top Ancestry | Italian 22.0%, German 16.3%, Irish 15.9%, English 7.7%, Asian 6.9%, Foreign Born 12.5% |
Commute
Residents mostly have short commutes and primarily drive alone, with some carpooling.
Old Field offers manageable commute times with a high reliance on private vehicles.
Short Commutes — Over a third commute under 30 minutes.
Car Dependency — Most residents drive alone, with some carpooling.
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (35.4% of workers) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 69.7 |
| Carpool Rate | 6.2 |
Homes for sale near 11733
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Old Field?
The median home price is $1,274,031.
What languages are spoken here?
English is most common; Spanish, Chinese, and Russian are also spoken.
How educated are residents?
48.4% hold advanced degrees, among the highest nationally.