Porter Corners Neighborhood
Is Greenfield Center, NY (Porter Corners) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe20
Medium18
Low23
Other71
5 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape2
Child involved2
Assault0
Other1
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, a medical emergency may involve a female in her 80s who has fallen with unknown injuries near First Avenue, Hadley, at cross streets Varney Street and Second Avenue. The response is a priority one basic life support. | 1st Ave, Hadley, NY 12835 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers and fire units discussed a possible carbon monoxide alarm activation at a residence off Reed Park Road in Lake Luzerne. The CO alarm was later reported to have stopped sounding while units were still responding. | Ben Rosa Park, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units are responding to reports of utility lines down along Stone Creek Road in Hadley. | Stony Creek Rd, Hadley, NY 12835 | Other Non-Crime Event |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to a reported downed power line burning near Stony Creek Road and O'Keefe Road in Hadley, with the situation apparently turned over to the utility company. | O'keefe Rd & Stony Creek Rd, Hadley, NY 12835 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible ground fire is being reported near a ranch location off Hidden Valley Road, with references to nearby Ridgewood Drive and Lake Avenue and indications of fire movement in the area. | Hidden Valley Rd, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846 | Wildfire |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a priority medical call at a residence near Sylvan Avenue in Queensbury for an apparent 85-year-old woman found on the floor and not alert, with unknown injuries and downtime. Additional mutual aid and a second ambulance were requested. | Sylvan Ave, Queensbury, NY 12804 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reported a possible fire alarm activation at a residence near Blind Rock Road with no voice contact from the location. Emergency unit 713 was initially sent toward Blind Rock Road and then redirected to Sylvan Avenue while another responding agency was canceled. | Sylvan Ave, Glens Falls North, NY 12804 | Fire |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a 40-year-old man at Stewart's in the outlets appears to have a possible low blood sugar condition. Emergency services were dispatched to assist. | Lake Ave, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 10, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a possible medical incident at a residence on Laurel Lane near East High Street in West Glens Falls, New York. | Laurel Ln, West Glens Falls, NY 12804 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 10, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical emergency dispatched to a location near Lake Avenue lot (number withheld) involving an elderly male. | Lake Ave Lot 6, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$467,045
Average Rent
$1,627
Vacancy Rate
6.3%
Overview of Porter Corners
Porter Corners is a rural neighborhood in Greenfield Center, NY, with a median home price of $467,045, placing it above 36.7% of New York neighborhoods in cost.
The area features mostly medium to small single-family homes and mobile homes, with a vacancy rate of 6.3%, near the national median.
RuralOwner OccupiedMedium-Sized HomesBuilt 1970-1999
Quick Facts
| Rural Neighborhood | Yes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing here is primarily owner-occupied single-family homes, mostly built between 1970 and the present.
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family homes and mobile homes |
| Housing Age | Many homes built 1970-1999 and some 2000-present |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999, with some newer construction.
High owner occupancy suggests residential stability.
Families and Lifestyle
Porter Corners features a moderate-income population with a mix of occupations and a notable cultural heritage.
Occupational Mix — Nearly half the workforce is in executive, management, and professional roles, with sales and service as the second largest group.
| Children Below Poverty Line | 14.6% |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Occupations | 49.0% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 49.0% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 14.6% |
| Top Languages | ["English (98.2%)","Italian (9.4%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Irish (20.2%)","English (18.5%)","Italian (13.5%)","German (10.9%)","Polish (3.7%)","Swiss (2.1%)","Croatian (1.2%)"] |
Commute
Most residents have a moderate commute time and primarily drive alone to work.
Porter Corners residents mostly drive alone with moderate commute times, reflecting a car-dependent rural neighborhood.
Moderate Commute — Nearly half commute 15-30 minutes, shorter than average.
Car Use — Majority drive alone; car ownership is common.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (49.6%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 67.5% |
| Carpool Rate | 5.3% |
Homes for sale near 12846
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$150,000
6 bd | 2 ba | 3,648 sqft
1849 Glens Falls Mountain Road
Lake Luzerne, NY, 12846
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Porter Corners?
The median home price is $467,045.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is most common, with 9.4% speaking Italian at home.