
Is Milton a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Marlboro, 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)
69 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, dispatch reported a possible burglary after an interior motion alarm activated at a home near Milton Turnpike in the Plattekill and Clintonville area. The alarm company indicated a side basement entry and said no one was supposed to be home. | Milton Turnpike, Highland, NY 12528 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to Kaal Rock Manor in Poughkeepsie for a reported fire alarm activation. Responding crews later reported that nothing was showing on arrival. | Kaal Rock Park, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible house fire on Worrall Avenue with extreme burning conditions inside and outside. Crews also mention that there were two different fires earlier in the night and that this house is under question in relation to those incidents. | Worrall Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible auto accident involving an elderly wrong-way driver on Route 9 northbound near a southbound exit in the Poughkeepsie area. Police and medical units were requested, and later traffic indicated there were no reported injuries. | US-9, Poughkeepsie, NY | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible small fire burning in the middle of a street near Main Avenue by Orvis Street and Baker Street in Poughkeepsie. | Baker St, Poughkeepsie, NY | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency response was dispatched to an apartment near Maple Street. Details about the patient's condition are not clear. | Maple St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call involves an adult male with chest pain and possible intoxication near Mount Zion Road and Front County Road in Marlborough. | Mt Zion Rd, Marlboro, NY 12542 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched for an advanced life support call near Mitchell Avenue reported by a medical center. | Mitchell Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to an automatic fire alarm at Spackenkill High School near Spackenkill Road in the Arlington area, where a general activation and a simultaneous burglar alarm were reported. Responding units later reported nothing visible at the scene. | Spackenkill Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, city EMS is dispatched on a priority call for a man found down with an unknown condition near Main Street by the intersection with South Hamilton Street and Granville Street in Poughkeepsie. | Main St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 | Medical Emergency |
For all crime details - View Safety Report
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Milton is a rural neighborhood in Marlboro, NY, with a mix of medium to large single-family homes and apartment complexes.
The area has a balanced owner and renter occupancy and many homes built between 1970 and the present.
Quick Facts
| Retiree Friendly Rank | More retiree-friendly than 95.9% of NY neighborhoods |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Milton's housing includes medium to large single-family homes and apartment complexes, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Housing Type Mix | Single-family homes and apartment complexes |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many homes built 1970 to present |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
Milton is peaceful and retiree-friendly, with a mix of educated seniors and other age groups.
| Retiree Friendly Rank | 95.9% |
|---|
Demographics
| Executive Occupation Share | 44.9% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Above average |
| Child Poverty Rate | 22.7% |
| Top Languages | English 90.1%, Spanish, Polish |
| Top Ancestries | Italian 30.6%, Irish 22.8%, German 12.2%, English 7.8%, Mexican 5.9% |
Commute
Most residents have a commute under 30 minutes, primarily driving alone or carpooling.
Milton offers relatively short commutes with high car usage, typical of rural neighborhoods.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 70.9% |
| Carpool Rate | 15.3% |
Homes for sale near 12547
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
















Frequently Asked Questions
Is Milton a rural neighborhood?
Yes, it is classified as rural based on population density.
What are common ancestries in Milton?
Italian and Irish ancestries are most common.