Mastic Beach East, Mastic Beach, NY
Is Mastic Beach East a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Mastic Beach, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe310
Medium372
Low483
Other1376
69 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape24
Child involved28
Assault1
Other24
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 respond to a report of a white Honda Civic apparently blocking a drive-through near Montauk Highway in Shirley. | Montauk Hwy, Shirley, NY 11967 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported disturbance at a fast-food restaurant on Montauk Highway in Shirley involving a white Honda Civic that was apparently blocking the drive-through lane. The situation was later reported as under control. Separate radio traffic also mentioned an open-line hangup call from a location on Lawrence Lane in Ridge. | Montauk Hwy, Shirley, NY 11967 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible residential structure fire near Baybright Drive in the Mastic Beach area, east of Johns Neck Road. | Baybright Dr, Shirley, NY 11967 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported that people in a gray Mustang allegedly threw powder on the caller’s convertible in a parking lot near Montauk Highway and Velo Avenue in Shirley, with the Mustang last seen heading east on Montauk Highway. | Montauk Hwy, Shirley, NY 11967 | Property Damage |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible disturbance at a Sonic Drive-In parking lot near Montauk Highway and Milo Avenue in Shirley, involving a person in a gray Mustang who allegedly threw powder onto a complainant’s convertible coupe. | Montauk Hwy, Shirley, NY 11967 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was requested near Old Neck Road between Drew and Twin Pine due to a male in an electric wheelchair with a dead battery who said he was okay. | Twin Pine Ln, Center Moriches, NY 11934 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported burglar alarm at a vehicle rental business on East Sunrise Service Road in the Pine Aire area. The alarm reportedly involved motion at the back of the building and sensors at the front door, freight room, and lavatory. | Sunrise Service Rd N, Manorville, NY 11949 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a possible burglary alarm at a car rental business on Sunrise Service Road in Brookhaven, with audible alarms and multiple interior motion activations reported. | Sunrise Service Rd N, Brookhaven, NY | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units respond for a possible allergic reaction in Mastic near Carlton Ave off Pershing St involving a young child with swollen eyes and difficulty breathing. | Pershing St & Carlton Ave, Mastic, NY 11950 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers report a possible severe allergic reaction involving a minor near Carlton Avenue off Pershing Street in Mastic, with rescue units notified. | Carlton Ave, Mastic, NY 11950 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$608,236
Average Rent
$3,655
Vacancy Rate
2.4%
Nearby neighborhoods
Neighborhood Overview
Mastic Beach East is a coastal suburban neighborhood with mostly owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes built between 1940 and 1999.
The area has a nautical character and a very low vacancy rate, reflecting strong housing demand.
CoastalSuburbanNauticalLow Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Drive Alone Rate | 90.6% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Mastic Beach East is mostly owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes and small apartments built between 1940 and 1999.
| Owner Occupied | Most homes |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to large single-family and small apartments |
| Housing Age | Built mostly 1940-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited availability.
Nautical character offers seaside amenities and atmosphere.
Families & Lifestyle
Mastic Beach East is an upper-middle income neighborhood with a strong executive presence and a coastal lifestyle.
Nautical Neighborhood — Historic, walkable, and coastal with a seaside feel.
Diverse Occupations — Strong executive presence with manufacturing and service jobs.
| Executive & Professional Occupations | 49.1% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 10.0% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional | 49.1% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing & Laborer | 18.0% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 10.0% |
| Income Level | Upper-middle income |
| English Speakers | 82.8% |
| Spanish Speakers | 12.7% |
| Native American Language Speakers | 0.7% |
| Top Ancestries | ["Italian (45.6%)","German (25.6%)","Irish (17.8%)","Puerto Rican (4.0%)","Polish (1.6%)"] |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with commute times typically between 30 and 45 minutes.
Mastic Beach East is highly car-dependent with longer commute times.
High Solo Driving — Over 90% drive alone to work.
Average Commute Length — Most commute between 30 and 45 minutes.
| Drive Alone | 90.6% |
|---|---|
| Main Commute Time | 30-45 minutes |
Homes for sale near 11951
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mastic Beach East a coastal neighborhood?
Yes, it is located on the ocean, bay, or inlet with a nautical feel.
What is the vacancy rate?
Vacancy rate is 2.4%, lower than 83.3% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What is the median home price?
The median home price is $608,236.