Martinsburg / Glenfield, Lowville, NY

Is Lowville, NY (Martinsburg / Glenfield) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Lowville, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.

Most buyers only see the home. Smart buyers check the neighborhood first.

View Safety Report See All Properties For Sale

Hoodscore

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe10

Medium9

Low11

Other38

4 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape3

Child involved3

Assault0

Other0

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, deputies were dispatched for a reported domestic dispute on/near North Main Street in Mannsville. A woman reported she was locked in a bathroom while her boyfriend (name withheld) allegedly threatened to kill her and to take the children. She also reported a child may have swallowed a penny and declined EMS.	N Main St, Mannsville, NY	Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a possible domestic dispute between a man and a woman at a residence on North Main Street in Mannsville. A woman was reported to be very agitated and had locked herself in an upstairs bathroom while the man was downstairs. Additional units were requested but later told to disregard when the situation appeared to be under control and not related to another individual initially mentioned.	N Main St, Mannsville, NY 13661	Domestic Dispute
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, responders reported wires down along US Route 11 near Adams. The line appeared to be an internet cable, which was removed from the roadway, and the fire response was canceled.	US-11, Adams, NY 13605	Road Closure
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported verbal dispute near a location on Route 11, where a man was reportedly yelling at the caller after nearly being hit by a vehicle.	US-11, Mannsville, NY 13661	Disturbance
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders are attending to a 69-year-old man with fever and dizziness near Shore Drive at a residence.	Shore Dr, Henderson, NY 13650	Medical Emergency
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a sheriff unit conducted a traffic stop involving a vehicle on or near US Route 11 in Jefferson County, New York.	US-11, Pierrepont Manor, NY 13674	Traffic
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, belleville Fire and medical units were dispatched to a traffic crash on State Route 289 near Allard Road and County Route 75, where a silver Ford Explorer reportedly struck a utility pole, bringing wires down before units were told to stand down.	NY-289, Belleville, NY 13611	Traffic
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded near State Route 289 in the Belleville area for a report of a silver Ford Explorer that apparently struck a utility pole, causing a nearby pole to shear and wires to hang down. Dispatchers discussed contacting the utility company about the damage.	NY-289, Belleville, NY 13611	Traffic
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units respond to a possible electrical fire hazard at a home on Carter Road, where a main breaker reportedly popped and there is a burning smell near the intersection with Pollard Road and Stock Road.	Carter Rd, Mannsville, NY 13661	Fire
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported crash between a vehicle and a deer near Route 11, with the vehicle out of traffic and the deer apparently deceased on the shoulder.	US-11, Pierrepont Manor, NY 13674	Traffic

For all crime details - View Safety Report

Median Home Price

$227,838

Average Rent

$1,306

Vacancy Rate

29.9%

Nearby neighborhoods

Martinsburg / Glenfield Overview

Martinsburg / Glenfield is a remote neighborhood in Lowville, NY, characterized by spacious living and a high vacancy rate of 29.9%.

Housing consists mainly of medium to small single-family homes and mobile homes, mostly owner occupied, with many built between 1970 and 1999.

The neighborhood has a diverse ancestry mix and short commutes, with nearly half of residents commuting under 15 minutes.

RemoteOwner OccupiedHigh Vacancy

Quick Facts

Short Commutes	48.6% under 15 minutes

Housing market and real estate character

Martinsburg / Glenfield features mostly owner-occupied homes built mainly between 1970 and 1999, with a significant vacancy rate.

Housing Age	Many homes built 1970-1999, some before 1940
Housing Type	Medium to small single-family homes and mobile homes
Owner Occupancy	Majority owner occupied

What buyers will notice right away

One of the least densely populated neighborhoods in America, offering open space.

Vacancy is high, possibly due to seasonal occupancy or market conditions.

Families & Lifestyle

The neighborhood has a mix of ancestries and a moderate income level with some childhood poverty.

Diverse Occupations — 39.5% executive/professional, 32.1% manufacturing/labor, 17.7% sales/service, 9.6% clerical/tech.

Retirement Friendly — Ranked better for retirement living than 87.8% of NY neighborhoods.

Swiss Ancestry	2.0%
French Canadian Ancestry	3.9%
Child Poverty Rate	17.8%

Demographics & Education

Executive/Professional Share	39.5%
Child Poverty Rate	17.8%
Income Level	Middle income
Top Languages	English (98.4%), Italian (6.1%)
Top Ancestries	German (19.7%), Irish (13.0%), Polish (7.3%), French (7.2%), English (6.4%)