Setauket, East Setauket NY
Is Setauket a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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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
$996,531
Average Rent
$6,728
Vacancy Rate
12.3%
Neighborhood Overview
Setauket is a suburban neighborhood in East Setauket, NY, known for its large single-family homes and townhomes, mostly owner occupied.
The area features older, well-established residences built mainly between 1940 and 1969, with some from 1970 to 1999, and a higher than average vacancy rate of 12.3%.
Residents are among the wealthiest in the nation, with a highly educated population where 60.6% hold graduate degrees, and a very low child poverty rate of 0.0%.
The neighborhood has a strong executive and professional workforce, making up 76.2% of workers, and is linguistically diverse with notable Ukrainian and Russian-speaking populations.
SuburbanWealthyHighly EducatedLarge Homes
Quick Facts
| Executive & Professional Workforce | 76.2% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Setauket's housing market features a predominance of large, owner-occupied single-family homes, with a notable share of residences built mid-20th century.
| Owner Occupied Rate | High |
|---|---|
| Large Home Share | More large 4+ bedroom homes than 97.6% of US neighborhoods |
| Housing Age | Majority built 1940-1969, some 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Setauket has a very high share of large homes, making it suitable for buyers seeking spacious residences.
Most housing is owner occupied, often indicating residential stability.
Vacancy rate is above average, which may affect market dynamics.
Families & Lifestyle
Setauket is a community favored by wealthy, highly educated executives and families with school-aged children.
The neighborhood's high executive and professional population supports a comfortable lifestyle.
Low child poverty and high education levels suggest strong family resources and opportunities.
Executive Lifestyle — Rated better for executive lifestyles than 99.1% of New York neighborhoods.
Family Friendly — Considered a very good choice for families with school-aged children.
| Graduate Degree Holders | 60.6% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Executive, Manager & Professional Share | 76.2% |
|---|---|
| Graduate Degree Rate | 60.6% |
| Income Level | Top 15% in US |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| English Speakers | 79.5% |
| Spanish Speakers | 3.0% |
| Russian Speakers | 1.6% |
| Irish Ancestry | 33.4% |
| Italian Ancestry | 31.1% |
| German Ancestry | 14.4% |
| Ukrainian Ancestry | 10.0% |
| Foreign Born | 14.8% |
Commute
Most residents drive alone to work, with a majority commuting between 15 and 30 minutes.
Setauket offers relatively short commutes and high car usage, typical of suburban neighborhoods.
Short Commutes — 39.8% of commuters spend 15-30 minutes traveling to work, shorter than most Americans.
Car Dependence — 67.3% drive alone, reflecting reliance on private vehicles for commuting.
| Drive Alone Rate | 67.3% |
|---|---|
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 11733
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Setauket?
The median home price is $996,531, higher than 72.0% of New York neighborhoods.
How educated are residents?
60.6% of adults hold graduate degrees, one of the highest rates nationally.
What is the vacancy rate?
The vacancy rate is 12.3%, higher than 71.6% of U.S. neighborhoods.