Southport East, Elmira, NY
Is Southport East a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe269
Medium405
Low485
Other902
157 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape66
Child involved29
Assault3
Other68
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, emergency medical services responded to a medical alarm activation near East Church Street at Clemens Manor. A 911 call later reported a patient with difficulty breathing in apartment (number withheld). | E Church St Suite 101, Elmira, NY 14901 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible stroke at a location on East McCanns Boulevard, west of Lake Road, in Elmira Heights. Multiple fire and EMS units, including unit 712, were dispatched and arrived on scene. | E McCanns Blvd, Elmira, NY 14903 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS and an ambulance were dispatched to a possible intoxicated person reportedly going in and out of consciousness near the intersection of Ray Street and Grace Street in Elmira, New York. | Grace St, Elmira, NY 14901 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, ambulance 633 is responding to a reported intoxicated person who is in and out of consciousness at a location on Grace Street in Elmira. | Grace St, Elmira, NY 14901 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS and an ambulance responded to a report of an intoxicated person going in and out of consciousness near Race Street in Elmira, New York. Fire units later cleared the scene, and officers checked a person with an apparent probation violation warrant from Steuben County. | Race St, Elmira, NY 14904 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a report of a suspicious condition near Fairway Avenue involving a maroon Jeep with no doors, where the driver was reportedly sitting inside with loud music playing. The call came from a person who refused to identify themselves. | Fairway Ave, Elmira, NY 14904 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported diabetic medical emergency involving an unresponsive patient at a residence near Spaulding Street. An ambulance unit reported arriving at the scene. | Spaulding St, Elmira, NY 14904 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews respond to a reported diabetic patient who is not alert at a location on Spaulding Street in Elmira. Units are dispatched, respond, and report arriving on scene. | Spaulding St, Elmira, NY 14904 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a second apparent traffic stop involving a red Hyundai Sonata. Dispatch treated it as a separate incident associated with the area of Fairway Ave in Elmira, New York. | Fairway Ave, Elmira, NY 14904 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to an apartment complex on East 14th Street in Elmira Heights for a medical alarm indicating a possible stroke in an upper-floor apartment. The responding units confirmed the apartment number as (number withheld). | E 14th St, Elmira Heights, NY 14903 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$123,335
Average Rent
$1,888
Vacancy Rate
12.9%
Southport East Neighborhood Overview
Southport East is a suburban neighborhood in Elmira, NY, with affordable housing and a median home price of $123,335.
The area has a diverse population with ancestries including Italian, Irish, German, and Welsh, and languages such as English, Italian, Polish, and Spanish.
SuburbanAffordable HousingDiverse Ancestry
Housing market and real estate character
Southport East has mostly owner-occupied medium to small single-family homes and apartments, many built before 1970.
| Housing Age | Many homes built 1940-1969 and before 1940 |
|---|
What buyers will notice right away
Many residences are well-established and historic.
Vacancy rate is above average, possibly indicating weak demand or new construction.
Families & Lifestyle
Southport East has a diverse occupational mix and a higher rate of childhood poverty than most U.S. neighborhoods.
Diverse Workforce — Occupations include manufacturing, management, clerical, and sales.
| Child Poverty Rate | 22.4% |
|---|
Demographics & Culture
| Lower-Middle Income | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing/Laborer Occupations | 36.2 |
| Executive/Management Occupations | 22.5 |
| Italian Ancestry | 16.7% |
| Welsh Ancestry | 5.5% |
| Danish Ancestry | 2.1% |
| Languages Spoken | English 95.0%, Italian, Polish, Spanish |
Commute Patterns
Most residents have very short commutes, with a high rate of driving alone.
Southport East residents mostly drive alone with some carpooling, reflecting suburban car dependency.
Short Commutes — Nearly half of residents commute under 15 minutes.
Car Dependent — High rate of driving alone to work.
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 82.3 |
| Carpool Rate | 13.6 |
Homes for sale near 14904
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Southport East?
The median home price is $123,335, less expensive than 95.9% of New York neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken in Southport East?
English is spoken by 95% of households, with Italian, Polish, and Spanish also common.
What is the vacancy rate in Southport East?
The vacancy rate is 12.9%, higher than 73.6% of U.S. neighborhoods.