
Is Barrington / Crosby a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Penn Yan, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
6 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, officers are dispatched for a possible noise complaint near Bigelow Avenue in Dundee, with the caller reporting from a nearby address on the same street. | Bigelow Ave, Dundee, NY 14837 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to assist a 73-year-old male hospice patient near Hillcrest Drive north off Route 14A in Dundee. Patient is conscious and breathing and requires lift assistance only. | Hillcrest Dr, Dundee, NY 14837 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services were dispatched to a location near Old Union Road for an elderly woman reportedly unable to walk due to general weakness. | Union St, Dundee, NY 14837 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a 72-year-old female conscious and breathing but not alert near Lakemont-Himrod Road in Starkey. | Lakemont-Himrod Rd, Dundee, NY 14837 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was requested near Highland Drive in Dundee after concerning messages were sent and a person hung up when asked about being suicidal. No self-harm was reported. | Highland Dr, Dundee, NY 14837 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and ambulance units were dispatched to a reported structure fire near County Route 26 in the Town of Tyrone, based on information relayed from a neighboring county. Responders arrived and reported it appeared to be a bonfire behind a residence rather than a building fire, and indicated they would advise if any structure became involved. Law enforcement assistance from a neighboring county was requested to respond toward the scene. | Co Rd 26, Dundee, NY 14837 | Fire |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to a location near Union Street for a possible altered mental status, fever, and high blood glucose in a 69-year-old male. Another unit is on scene for a different patient in the same area. | Union St, Dundee, NY 14837 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible disorderly person at a laundry room near Main Street in Dundee after a third-party caller reported a man acting irate and possibly not taking his medication. The presence of weapons or intoxication was unknown. | Main St, Dundee, NY 14837 | Disturbance |
| Jul 10, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded near Harpending Avenue in Dundee for a 37-year-old woman who is conscious and alert after a past fall with a head injury. The cause of the fall and whether there is bleeding are unknown. | Harpending Ave, Dundee, NY 14837 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 6, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a 68-year-old female who fell near Spring St, needs assistance getting up, no apparent injuries reported. | Spring St, Dundee, NY 14837 | Medical Emergency |
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Nearby neighborhoods
Barrington / Crosby Overview
Barrington / Crosby in Penn Yan, NY offers a median home price of $426,657, making it more affordable than most New York neighborhoods.
The neighborhood is family-friendly, with strong public schools and a high rate of owner-occupied single-family homes.
It features a diverse linguistic community, with 27.5% speaking German/Yiddish at home, a rate higher than 99.9% of US neighborhoods.
Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 42.6% |
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Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Barrington / Crosby mainly consists of medium to large single-family homes and mobile homes, with most residences owner occupied.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to large single-family homes and mobile homes |
| Built 1970-1999 | Many residences built between 1970 and 1999 |
| Seasonally Occupied | 41.0% |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
Barrington / Crosby is among the top 7.9% family-friendly neighborhoods in New York, with strong schools and a community supportive of families and retirees.
| Family-Friendly Rank | Top 7.9% in NY |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied Homes | Majority |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 39.8% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing and Laborer Occupations | 32.7% |
| Sales and Service Occupations | 18.4% |
| Clerical and Tech Support | 7.7% |
| German/Yiddish Speakers | 27.5% |
| Swiss Ancestry | 4.6% |
| Danish Ancestry | 2.5% |
| English Speakers | 71.0% |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes, with a strong presence of bicycle commuters.
Barrington / Crosby offers a variety of commute options with a notable bike commuting rate.
| Commute Under 15 Minutes | 39.3% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 54.5% |
| Carpool Rate | 13.4% |
| Bike Commute Rate | 6.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Barrington / Crosby?
The median home price is $426,657, less expensive than 67.8% of New York neighborhoods.
How common is bike commuting here?
6.6% of commuters bike to work, higher than 99.0% of US neighborhoods.
What languages are spoken in the neighborhood?
English is spoken by 71.0% of households; 27.5% speak German/Yiddish at home.