Laurel Neighborhood
Is Mattituck, NY (Laurel) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe128
Medium166
Low277
Other552
29 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape8
Child involved11
Assault0
Other12
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 received an apparent abandoned 911 call with no reported distress from a gas station near Peconic Avenue and Heidi Behr Way. | Old Country Rd, Riverhead, NY 11901 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a vehicle records check linked to a traffic stop and then responded to a possible access issue at an apartment on East Main Street, where a superintendent reportedly could not open the location. | E Main St, Riverhead, NY 11901 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a female fell and cannot get up at an apartment near East Main Street. | E Main St, Riverhead, NY 11901 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are requested to go to a Riverhead residence for a prior landlord-tenant dispute, where a caller reported that the landlord may have cut off the Wi‑Fi and turned off the power. The officers are asked to speak with the caller’s daughter who is reportedly at the apartment, while the landlord is said to live in the front part of the house. | Ann Ave, Riverhead, NY 11901 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units are dispatched to a reported bonfire on the beach near Long Neck Boulevard and Fantasy Drive in Flanders, New York. | Longneck Blvd & Fantasy Dr, Flanders, NY 11901 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was dispatched to an address near Middle Road for a 60-year-old man who initially had a possible injury from a fall and was later updated to a possible seizure. | Middle Rd, Riverhead, NY 11901 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported theft of a package from an apartment at a residential complex on East Main Street. The incident reportedly occurred the previous day. | E Main St, Riverhead, NY 11901 | Theft Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic includes a traffic stop by Crew 11 near Route 24 and Flanders Road involving a New York vehicle plate. In a separate call, fire officials are requested for a residential fire alarm at a home on Foster Crossing near South Main Street and Middle Plains Road. Another later transmission reports a person apparently assaulted by a man near the Bayview Apartments by the town highway depot and train station area, where debris is also noted. | NY-24 & Flanders Rd, Riverside, NY 11901 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was dispatched to (number withheld) Peconic Bay Boulevard involving a 76-year-old female. Captain Smith was referenced on the call. | Peconic Bay Blvd, Aquebogue, NY 11931 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a welfare check on an uncooperative male near McDermott Avenue and East Main Street. The subject refused police assistance but is reportedly at home with his mother, who has had a stroke, and he acts as her primary caretaker. | McDermott Ave & E Main St, Riverhead, NY 11901 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$1,043,726
Work From Home
35.7%
Vacancy Rate
41.5%
Overview of Laurel
Laurel is a coastal, rural neighborhood in Mattituck, NY, known for its nautical character and older, well-established homes mostly built between 1940 and 1969.
The area has a high vacancy rate of 41.5%, largely due to seasonal occupancy, and a strong presence of executive professionals and college students.
CoastalRuralHigh VacancyExecutive Lifestyle
Quick Facts
| Average Rent | $3,178 |
|---|---|
| Work From Home Rate | 35.7% |
Housing market and real estate character
Laurel's housing stock is dominated by detached single-family homes, mostly medium to small sized, with a significant portion built between 1940 and 1969.
| Seasonal Occupancy | 37.2% |
|---|---|
| Detached Single-Family Homes | Dominant housing type |
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1940-1969 |
What buyers will notice right away
Many homes are vacant or seasonally occupied, common in vacation areas, which may affect year-round availability.
Nearly all residential properties are single-family detached homes, offering a traditional neighborhood feel.
Families & Lifestyle
Laurel attracts a mix of executive professionals and families, with a notable college student population and a high rate of residents working from home.
Executive Lifestyle — Ranked better than 93.1% of NY neighborhoods for executive living, reflecting a wealthy, educated resident base.
Family Friendly — Also a good choice for families with school-aged children.
| Executive & Professional Share | 52.8% |
|---|---|
| College Enrollment | 11.1% |
| Divorcee Concentration | High |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 52.8% |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 22.3% |
| Income Rank | Top 15% in US |
| Armenian Ancestry | 9.0% |
| Ukrainian Ancestry | 7.7% |
| Greek Language Speakers | 3.8% |
| Foreign Born | 21.5% |
Commute
Most residents have a moderate commute, with a high rate of working from home and a majority driving alone to work.
Laurel offers a high work-from-home rate and relatively short commutes, supporting a balanced lifestyle.
High Telecommuting — Over one-third of residents work from home, well above national averages.
Short Commutes — Most commuters spend 15 to 30 minutes traveling to work.
| Work From Home | 35.7% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 58.9% |
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 11931
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$449,900
4 bd | 3 ba | 2,646 sqft
11931 SW Crestwood Circle
Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34987
$599,900
4 bd | 3 ba | 3,448 sqft
11931 SW Aventino Drive
Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34987
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the vacancy rate so high in Laurel?
Many homes are seasonally occupied, common in coastal vacation areas, leading to a high vacancy rate.
What types of homes are most common?
Detached single-family homes dominate the housing stock, mostly medium to small sized.