Village Center, North Syracuse NY
Is Village Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe895
Medium1126
Low1225
Other4270
260 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape81
Child involved65
Assault4
Other126
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, police are dispatched to a possible verbal domestic dispute at an apartment on Pennington Street, near Boyden Street and Vine Street, with a reporting party requesting contact. | Boyden St, Syracuse, NY 13203 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported harassment incident at an upper apartment near Wolf Street and the intersections with First North Street and Second North Street. They were dispatched to meet with a person at the location. | Wolf St, Syracuse, NY 13208 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police were dispatched for a possible physical domestic dispute near Butternut St (around Third Ave and Williston Ave) involving (name withheld) and her intoxicated parent (name withheld). The parent was reportedly throwing items while trying to find her; a younger sibling was reported in the home, and no weapons were reported. | Butternut St & 3rd Ave, Syracuse, NY 13208 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers made contact with someone near Wallen and Clinton and reported one person in custody, with a sergeant requested to respond. | N Clinton St, Syracuse, NY | Other Incidents |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a unit conducts a possible traffic stop on a parkway near Joe Griffin Drive in the Town of Salina. | Onondaga Lake Pkwy & Joe Griffin Dr, Liverpool, NY 13088 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop involving a white Chevrolet Impala reportedly occupied by four people near Lake Parkway and Joe Griffin Drive in the Town of Salina. In a separate apparent incident, an ambulance responded to a medical call near Chef’s Corners Road off Kirkville Road and North Main Street, with fire personnel requested for possible forced entry assistance. | Onondaga Lake Pkwy & Joe Griffin Dr, Liverpool, NY 13088 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a possible suspicious person on James Street in Syracuse. No one was available on scene to meet with the officer. | James St, Syracuse, NY | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer reported a possible suspicious person on James Street in Syracuse and indicated they could handle the situation without additional units. | James St, Syracuse, NY | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received two calls about loud music and possible firecrackers near Buckley Road between Drexler Avenue and Ridge Avenue in the town of Salina. An officer was assigned to handle the apparent noise complaint, which may be related to other nearby events. | Drexler Ave S & Buckley Rd, Galeville, NY 13088 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible intoxicated woman who allegedly took items from a store on Brewerton Road but returned the merchandise and left in a white van with a young child, heading toward another store on Brewerton Road. The report includes a vehicle registration for officers to look for. | Brewerton Rd, Cicero, NY 13039 | Substance Use |
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Median Home Price
$225,122
Average Rent
$1,838
Vacancy Rate
2.8%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Village Center is a suburban neighborhood in North Syracuse, NY, with mostly medium to small single-family homes and apartment complexes. Many homes were built between 1940 and 1999.
The neighborhood has a low vacancy rate of 2.8%, indicating tight housing supply relative to demand. Median home price is $225,122 with average rent at $1,838.
SuburbanEstablished HomesTight Housing Market
Quick Facts
| Suburban Neighborhood | Yes |
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Housing market and real estate character
Village Center's housing stock includes medium to small single-family homes and apartment complexes, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Housing Age | Many homes built between 1940 and 1999 |
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What buyers will notice right away
Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited supply.
Homes mostly built mid to late 20th century.
Families & Lifestyle
Village Center has a lower-middle income profile with a diverse occupational mix and moderate childhood poverty.
Diverse Workforce — Occupations include executive, clerical, manufacturing, and sales roles.
| Executive/Professional Employment | 32.8% |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 12.4% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 32.8% |
|---|---|
| Canadian Ancestry | 2.5% |
| Czechoslovakian Ancestry | 0.9% |
| Polish Language Speakers | 6.3% |
| Top Ancestries | Irish 20.9%, Italian 15.2%, Polish 12.4%, German 10.1%, English 9.6% |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone to work.
Village Center residents enjoy relatively short commutes and high car usage, typical of suburban areas.
Short Commutes — 40.8% of workers commute 15-30 minutes, shorter than average.
Car Dependency — Majority drive alone, with a significant carpooling share.
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 79.0% |
| Carpool Rate | 15.3% |
Homes for sale near 13212
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Village Center?
The median home price is $225,122, less expensive than 84.5% of New York neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken in Village Center?
English is most common, with notable Spanish and Polish speaking populations.