
Is Middle Island South a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Middle Island, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
68 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, a medical emergency involving a minor female was reported near Hawthorne Street and North Evergreen Drive in Selden. The boy involved left in a black vehicle and reportedly returned twice. | Hawthorne St & N Evergreen Dr, Selden, NY 11784 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a possible suspicious 911 hang-up and open line near Lawrence Lane and Wesley Lane in Ridge. On a third callback, someone reportedly answered by saying hello but did not respond to questions. | Lawrence Dr, Ridge, NY 11961 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible dispute between a customer and a business over returning a cell phone at or near a location off Locust Drive in Rocky Point. The subject involved was reported to have already left the scene when officers responded. | Locust Dr, Rocky Point, NY 11778 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire department dispatched for a woman with chest pain near Starling Court off Humming Lane. | Briar Hill Ct, Middle Island, NY 11953 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received for a 64-year-old woman with respiratory distress and chest pain near Village Drive and Sheffield Boulevard. | Village Dr, Ridge, NY 11961 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible domestic disturbance at a residence near Artist Lake Drive in Middle Island, involving an 18-year-old caller and a 20-year-old brother who is reportedly breaking items inside the home. No weapons have been reported. | Artist Lake Dr, Middle Island, NY 11953 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was requested near Eric Drive after a text-to-911 report that a landlord appeared to be acting strangely, seeing people who were not there, and was verbally aggressive. The subject is a female in her fifties. | Eric Dr, Middle Island, NY 11953 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported disturbance near Birchwood Park Drive and Eric Drive involving a complainant who mentioned a dark SUV, but a nearby unit handled the call and another unit was told to disregard. | Birchwood Park Dr, Middle Island, NY 11953 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a possible domestic-related dispute near Parvis Court and Niagara Street, where a man’s ex‑wife is reportedly sitting in a gray minivan outside. No drugs, alcohol use, or weapons are currently reported. | Parviz Ct, Miller Place, NY 11764 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a medical call on Northumberland Drive for a reported sick minor with a very high fever who is reportedly passing out. | Northumberland Dr, East Shoreham, NY 11786 | Medical Emergency |
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Overview
Middle Island South is a suburban neighborhood in Middle Island, NY, with a mix of apartment complexes and single-family homes.
The vacancy rate is 8.4%, near the national median, with a high rate of child poverty.
Quick Facts
| Divorcee Concentration | Higher than 99.2% of US neighborhoods |
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Housing market and real estate character
Housing includes small to medium apartments and single-family homes, with mixed owner and renter occupancy.
| Vacancy Rate | 8.4% |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Small to medium apartments and single-family homes |
| Housing Age | Many homes built 1970-1999, some 1940-1969 |
| Tenure | Mixed owner and renter occupancy |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
Middle Island South has a high concentration of divorcees and a moderate income level.
| Divorcee Concentration | Higher than 99.2% of US neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional Occupations | 39.2% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 39.2% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Moderate |
| Child Poverty Rate | 45.1% |
| Italian Ancestry | 29.6% |
| German Ancestry | 17.0% |
| Irish Ancestry | 10.6% |
| Languages Spoken | English (95.7%), Spanish (2.0%) |
Commute
Most residents drive alone or carpool, with commute times around 30 to 45 minutes.
Middle Island South features typical suburban car commuting patterns.
| Drive Alone | 71.3% |
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| Carpool | 20.0% |
| Main Commute Time | 30-45 minutes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Middle Island South?
The median home price is $299,578, less expensive than 79.0% of New York neighborhoods.
How common is divorce in Middle Island South?
The neighborhood has one of the highest concentrations of divorcees, higher than 99.2% of US neighborhoods.