
Is Town Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Hauppauge, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
Most buyers only see the home. Smart buyers check the neighborhood first.
Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
83 Registered Offenders Nearby
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, 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, emergency responders are dispatched for a reported 31-year-old woman having difficulty breathing and not speaking at a residence near Darling Court and Humming Lane in Smithtown, New York. | Darling Ave, Smithtown, NY 11787 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a reported disturbance at a hotel on Crooked Hill Road, where an adult male is allegedly calling and texting a complainant’s minor daughter. | Crooked Hill Rd, Brentwood, NY 11717 | Sex-Related Incident |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services are dispatched for an elderly man with apparent chest pain on Townline Road in Commack. | Town Line Rd, Commack, NY | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving chest pain in an 85-year-old male was reported near Townline Road and Burr Road in Commack. | Town Line Rd, Commack, NY | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving a male patient with back pain was reported near Mulberry Drive off Harned Drive. Responding units include 411 and 407. | Mulberry Dr, Smithtown, NY 11787 | Medical Emergency |
For all crime details - View Safety Report
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview of Hauppauge Town Center, NY
Hauppauge Town Center is a suburban neighborhood with mostly owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes and townhomes.
The vacancy rate is low at 2.0%, indicating a tight housing market.
Quick Facts
| Executive Lifestyle Rank | Better than 93.8% of NY neighborhoods |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The housing stock is mostly owner occupied with many homes built between 1940 and 1999.
| Vacancy Rate | 2 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
| Housing Age | Built mostly 1940-1969 and 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Families and Lifestyle
Hauppauge Town Center is a top choice for executives, urban sophisticates, and families.
| Executive Lifestyle Rank | Better than 93.8% of NY neighborhoods |
|---|
Demographics and Culture
| Executive, Management & Professional Share | 57 |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 3.9 |
| Top Ancestries | Italian (35.2%), Irish (23.8%), German (12.2%), Polish (8.0%), Puerto Rican (4.3%) |
| Languages Spoken | English (85.9%), Polish, Spanish, Arabic, Persian (0.9%) |
Commute Patterns
Most residents drive alone with many having commutes under 30 minutes.
Residents mostly drive alone and enjoy relatively short commutes.
| Drive Alone Rate | 83.4 |
|---|---|
| Most Common Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (31.7%) |
Homes for sale near 11788
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.







Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Hauppauge Town Center?
The median home price is $830,807, more expensive than 62.5% of New York neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is spoken by 85.9% of households; Polish, Spanish, Arabic, and Persian are also present.
How do most residents commute?
83.4% drive alone, with many commuting 15 to 30 minutes.