Washington Mills, NY
Is Washington Mills a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe35
Medium44
Low54
Other156
10 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape5
Child involved3
Assault0
Other3
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 responded to a reported burglar alarm at a home on Higby Road, where an alarm company said the front door was open and advised a woman on scene to wait for police. An officer later reported being stopped at a closed gate while dispatch checked for an access code and tried to contact the resident or reporting party. | Higby Rd, New Hartford, NY 13413 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a reported burglary at a rear apartment near Main Street in Clayville, New York, after a caller returned home and found the door open and waited outside by a silver Subaru Legacy. | Main St, Clayville, NY 13322 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported structure fire at a home on Oneida Street in the Willowvale area. Radio traffic indicates a stove fire in the kitchen with visible flames, with occupants working to get people and a dog out. Most of the kitchen fire was apparently knocked down with a fire extinguisher, and firefighters requested help with smoke removal. | Oneida St, Chadwicks, NY 13319 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a stove/kitchen fire at a residence near Oneida Street (cross streets Woodhaven Lane / Green Hill Road), with flames reported at/near the stove and the caller and a child outside; crews report most of the fire knocked down and request smoke removal. The channel also reports a separate single-vehicle rollover near Route 49 in the Town of Vienna (between Depot and Orchard), a white hatchback upside down in a ditch, unknown injuries initially, and an additional report of an adult male with head bleeding with a medical helicopter requested to stand by. | Woodhaven Ln & Oneida St, Chadwicks, NY 13319 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported a suspicious white van with tinted windows parked at a cemetery along Route 12. Officers were requested to conduct an air check of the area. | NY-12, Clinton, NY 13323 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services were called to a location near Butcher Road for a minor female who may have been stung by a wasp. It is not clear if she is allergic. | Butcher Rd, Clayville, NY 13322 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a call at a facility near Oneida Street involving an older incarcerated individual with a G-tube. The exact location within the facility and the person's age were not provided. The person was later removed from the scene by responders. | Oneida St, New Hartford, NY 13413 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported larceny at a residence near Imperial Drive, where the owner of a home care agency reported that an employee was allegedly stealing money from a client and requested a report. | Imperial Dr, New Hartford, NY 13413 | Theft Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders are staging near Root Farm Road in the town of Litchfield for a reported 20-year-old woman who is unresponsive after an apparent head injury from an assault. | Root Farm Rd, Sauquoit, NY 13456 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report from a school area on Root Farm Road in the town of Litchfield, where a caller said one student threw a chair at another. A 20-year-old woman was reported to have a head injury and was unresponsive, and EMS was asked to stage for law enforcement. | Root Farm Rd, Sauquoit, NY 13456 | Assault Report |
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Median Home Price
$375,356
Average Rent
$1,911
Vacancy Rate
8.1%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Washington Mills is a rural neighborhood in New Hartford, NY, with a median home price of $375,356, less expensive than most New York neighborhoods.
The area has a moderate vacancy rate of 8.1%, near the national average, and features older, well-established homes built mostly between 1940 and 1969.
RuralOlder HomesUpper-Middle Income
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Washington Mills mainly consists of medium to large single-family homes and mobile homes, with many built between 1940 and 1969.
| Housing Age | Many homes built 1940-1969, some 1970-1999 |
|---|
What buyers will notice right away
Older homes provide character and stability.
Vacancy rate near national average suggests balanced market.
Families & Lifestyle
Washington Mills is an upper-middle income neighborhood with a strong professional workforce and low child poverty.
Retiree Friendly — Among the top 8.9% retiree-friendly neighborhoods in New York.
Professional Workforce — High share of executive and management occupations.
| Executive, Management, Professional Jobs | 52.9% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 4.5% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Above average |
|---|---|
| Foreign Born Residents | 13.5% |
| Top Ancestries | ["Italian (31.1%)","Irish (17.2%)","German (16.8%)","Polish (10.2%)","English (7.4%)"] |
| Languages Spoken | ["English (83.2%)","Spanish (2.3%)","Russian (1.2%)"] |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes, with a majority driving alone and some carpooling.
Washington Mills offers short commutes with a high rate of solo driving and carpooling.
Short Commutes — Over half of commuters spend under 15 minutes traveling to work.
Car Ownership Useful — Most residents drive alone, with a significant carpooling rate.
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 75.5% |
| Carpool Rate | 16.1% |
Homes for sale near 13456
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Washington Mills good for retirees?
Yes, it ranks among the top 8.9% retiree-friendly neighborhoods in New York.
What is the housing vacancy rate?
The vacancy rate is 8.1%, near the national average.