
Is Hillside a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Kingston, New York - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
33 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, emergency services dispatched for a 50-year-old female with headache at Stony Run Apartments near Hurley Avenue, Cedar Village Court, apartment. | Hurley Ave, Kingston, NY 12401 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services respond to an 18-year-old male with a lip laceration at Ulster County Jail near Albert Street and Wilmarth Court in Kingston. | Boulevard, Kingston, NY 12401 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic one is transporting a patient to Health Alliance under a mental health pickup order. | Marys Ave, Kingston, NY 12401 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units responded to a reported vehicle fire near Broadway in Kingston. The fire was apparently already out on arrival, and a unit was redirected to check the municipal parking lot area near the intersection of Jansen and Foxhall. | Broadway, Kingston, NY 12401 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched for a report of three suspicious people and a white hatchback vehicle near North Broadway near First Avenue (dead end). The caller reported the group had an unknown item on the ground, and the vehicle then headed up North Broadway. | N Broadway & 1st Ave, Port Ewen, NY 12401 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a county crisis support center on Broadway in Kingston for an adult man with apparent breathing difficulty and an emotional crisis. | Center St, Kingston, NY 12401 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a 32-year-old woman reported shortness of breath and lightheadedness after driving for about an hour. The incident occurred in the parking lot near Broadway, Hudson View Terrace, and St. Joseph's Boulevard. | Broadway, Port Ewen, NY 12466 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical emergency involving a 32-year-old female who is short of breath in the parking lot near Broadway and Hudson View Terrace in Ulster Park. | Broadway, Ulster Park, NY 12487 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, there was a report of someone lying in the back parking lot near Fernway Road. A medic unit was requested but later canceled when it appeared the person just wanted some air. | Fernway Rd, Kingston, NY 12401 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at a multi-unit building near Fernway Road in Kingston. A small fire on a stove in one room led to a partial evacuation, with no apparent fire spread beyond the stove. Crews ventilated the building and transported one person to a nearby hospital for basic medical care. | Fernway Rd, Kingston, NY 12401 | Fire |
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Nearby neighborhoods
Hillside Neighborhood Overview
Hillside is a rural neighborhood in Kingston, NY, with a median home price of $537,752, moderately priced within the state.
It features a strong executive and professional presence and a diverse community with notable Italian and Eastern European ancestries.
Quick Facts
| Executive Lifestyle Rank | Top 12.1% in New York |
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Housing market and real estate character
Hillside's housing consists mainly of medium to small single-family homes and mobile homes, with most properties owner occupied.
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Rate | 14.7 |
| Housing Age | Many homes built between 1940 and 1969, some from 1970 to 1999 |
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family homes and mobile homes |
What buyers will notice right away
Families and Lifestyle in Hillside
Hillside offers an executive lifestyle with spacious homes and a diverse cultural mix.
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 50.9% |
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Demographics and Education
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 50.9 |
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| Income Rank | Higher than 53.1% of US neighborhoods |
| Child Poverty Rate | 7.2 |
| Italian Ancestry | 18.1% |
| Eastern European Ancestry | 2.0% |
| Greek Language Speakers | 1.7% |
Commuting in Hillside
Most residents drive alone with many enjoying very short commutes under 15 minutes.
Hillside offers short commutes and a car-dependent lifestyle.
| Drive Alone Rate | 74.3 |
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| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Hillside?
The median home price is $537,752.
Is Hillside an executive lifestyle neighborhood?
Yes, it ranks in the top 12.1% executive lifestyle neighborhoods in New York.
What languages are commonly spoken in Hillside?
English is most common, with Polish, Spanish, and Greek also spoken.