Highland Falls, NY

Is Highland Falls a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe33

Medium39

Low63

Other143

5 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape1

Child involved1

Assault0

Other3

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, officers were sent to an old elementary school on Mount Avenue in Highland Falls after a school district grounds director reported possible vandalism. A school district employee was reportedly on scene waiting for police to arrive.	School St & Mountain Ave, Highland Falls, NY 10928	Property Damage
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported brush fire between Clinton Road and Valerie Court near Glen Road. Units initially could not see smoke or flames, then located a small fire of about five by ten feet and planned to put it out with a single engine while other units held their positions.	Glen Rd, Highland Falls, NY 10928	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews in Highland Falls responded to a reported carbon monoxide alarm at an apartment near Center Street and the intersection of School Lane and Schneider Avenue. No illnesses were reported at the time of the call.	Center St, Highland Falls, NY 10928	Fire
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire personnel request a response for an animal reportedly trapped in a wall at a location on Schneider Avenue near Main Street and McCullen Lane in Highland Falls.	Schneider Ave, Highland Falls, NY 10928	Other Non-Crime Event
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, police were dispatched to Schneider Avenue in Highland Falls for a report of a cat possibly trapped in a storm drain, with callers on scene attempting a rescue and prepared to flag down officers.	Schneider Ave, Highland Falls, NY 10928	Other Non-Crime Event
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers appear to be conducting a traffic stop near Bear Mountain involving a white Subaru with New York registration.	Bear Mountain, Tomkins Cove, NY 10986	Traffic
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responding to a call for a woman around 62 years old having difficulty breathing near West Point Highway.	W Point Hwy building 2 apartment 24, Highland Falls, NY 10928	Medical Emergency
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a 63-year-old female experiencing difficulty breathing at building (number withheld), apartment (number withheld) near West Point Highway.	W Point Hwy building 2 apartment 24, Highland Falls, NY 10928	Medical Emergency
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical call reported near Schneider Avenue, apartment (number withheld), for a 36-year-old male. Details may involve code 1340.	Schneider Ave #1w, Highland Falls, NY 10928	Medical Emergency
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, highland ambulance dispatched to an apartment near Schneider Avenue for a 36-year-old male with chest pain. The location and complaint were confirmed by a repeat dispatch.	Schneider Ave #1w, Highland Falls, NY 10928	Medical Emergency

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Bachelor's Degree or Higher

37.01%

Foreign Born Residents

18.72%

Military Active Residents

Higher than 98.5% of US neighborhoods

Nearby neighborhoods

Fort Montgomery

Overview of Highland Falls

Highland Falls is a small, historic village in New York with a population of 3,648. It features a large stock of pre-World War II architecture.

The community is ethnically diverse, with significant White, Black or African-American, and Hispanic populations. Nearly one in five residents were born outside the US.

Historic ArchitectureEthnically DiverseMilitary Community

Quick Facts

Population	3,648
Foreign Born	18.72%
Hispanic or Latino Origin	24.27%

Housing market and real estate character

Highland Falls offers a mix of housing with a historic character and a balanced workforce.

Owner Occupied Rate
Housing Age	Large stock of pre-World War II homes

What buyers will notice right away

Many homes date back to before World War II, offering unique architectural character.

The neighborhood supports a blend of blue-collar and white-collar residents, including many in management and teaching.

Families and Lifestyle

Highland Falls is a college-student-friendly neighborhood with a strong military presence and diverse cultural roots.

The neighborhood offers amenities and services geared toward college students.

Military personnel are an active and visible part of the community.

Diverse Languages — English is most common, with Spanish, French, and Italian also spoken widely.

Rich Ancestry — Residents report Dominican, Irish, German, Haitian, Italian, and Russian ancestries.

College Student Friendly	Ranks higher than 87.7% of NY neighborhoods
Military Active Residents	Higher than 98.5% of US neighborhoods

Demographics and Education

Bachelor's Degree or Higher	37.01%
Per Capita Income	$46,274
Foreign Born	18.72%
Top Languages	English, Spanish, French, Italian
Top Ancestries	Dominican (15.6%), Irish (12.1%), German (9.6%), Italian (9.3%), Russian (5.2%)