Bellona Neighborhood

Is Bellona 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)

Severe5

Medium4

Low9

Other23

4 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape1

Child involved1

Assault0

Other2

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 juvenile male fell out of a tree near State Route 14A between Wilson and Schoon, conscious and breathing with a possible broken arm. Gorham ambulance was dispatched.	NY-14A, Geneva, NY 14456	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported fire involving railroad ties on tracks near Severn Road in Milo, later identified as being at the Finger Lakes Railway yard. The fire was reported to be out by the time responders arrived.	Havens Corners Rd, Penn Yan, NY 14527	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on Route 14A between Railroad Place and Dixon Avenue. A trailer license plate was checked during the stop.	Dixon Ave, Hall, NY	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving a 78-year-old male with a wrist laceration from glass on Serenity Road near Route 14.	Serenity Rd, Penn Yan, NY 14527	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical responders dispatched to a man in his late 70s with a wrist laceration near Serenity Road. Bleeding is controlled and patient is conscious and breathing. Responders are meeting the patient outside.	Serenity Rd, Penn Yan, NY 14527	Medical Emergency
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical transfer is being dispatched from Route 3 North to the Holmstead near Geneva.	Pre Emption Rd, Geneva, NY 14456	Medical Emergency
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS dispatched to a location near Beach Road for a possible broken foot involving a 37-year-old male.	Anthony Beach Rd, Penn Yan, NY 14527	Medical Emergency
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded near Ridge Road for a possible wrist injury.	Ridge Rd, Penn Yan, NY 14527	Medical Emergency
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported larceny near Lake to Lake Road in Seneca, between the town line and Wabash Road.	Lake to Lake Rd, Geneva, NY 14456	Theft Report
Jul 10, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were dispatched hot to Ridge Road for a report that a bicyclist struck a car, with fire units also backing the call.	Ridge Rd, Penn Yan, NY 14527	Traffic

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Median Home Price

$237,634

Average Rent

$1,148

Vacancy Rate

10.7%

Nearby neighborhoods

Dresden

Bellona at a Glance

Bellona is a rural neighborhood in Penn Yan, NY, known for its historic homes mostly built before 1939 and a mix of owners and renters.

The neighborhood offers affordable housing and a strong bike commuting culture, with many residents enjoying short commutes under 15 minutes.

RuralHistoric HomesAffordableBike Friendly

Quick Facts

Vacancy Rate	10.7%
Bike Commuting Rate	4.9%

Housing market and real estate character

Bellona’s housing stock consists mainly of small to medium-sized single-family homes and small apartment buildings, with a mix of owners and renters.

Housing Age	Many homes built before 1939, some between 1970 and 1999
Housing Type	Mix of single-family homes and small apartment buildings
Owner Occupied Rate

What buyers will notice right away

Many residences date back to before 1939, offering a unique historic charm.

Higher vacancy rate may indicate some empty homes or new housing not yet occupied.

Families and Lifestyle

Bellona features a diverse community with a strong presence of manufacturing and sales occupations, and a notable share of bike commuters.

Active Commuting — Bellona supports a high rate of bike commuters, reflecting an active lifestyle.

Diverse Occupations — Residents work across manufacturing, sales, professional, and clerical sectors.

Manufacturing & Labor Jobs	31.7%
Sales & Service Jobs	27.2%
Executive & Professional Jobs	21.4%
Bike Commuting Rate	4.9%

Demographics and Culture

Income Level	Lower-middle income
Child Poverty Rate	20.9%
Occupational Mix	Manufacturing 31.7%, Sales 27.2%, Executive 21.4%, Clerical 17.4%
Top Languages	["English 75.5%","German/Yiddish 21.0%","Spanish","Polish"]
Top Ancestries	["German 20.1%","English 14.3%","Irish 8.9%","Swiss 8.2%","Scottish 4.1%"]

Commute Patterns

Most Bellona residents enjoy short commutes, with a majority driving alone and a notable share biking or walking to work.

Bellona’s affordable housing, historic character, and active commuting options make it a distinctive neighborhood worth exploring.

Affordable Housing — Median home prices and rents are lower than most New York neighborhoods.

Historic Homes — Many residences date back to before 1939, offering unique architectural character.

Active Lifestyle — High bike commuting rate supports health and environmental benefits.

Commute Time Under 15 Minutes	54.3%
Drive Alone Rate	71.0%
Carpool Rate	9.9%
Walk to Work Rate	6.3%
Bike to Work Rate	4.9%

Homes for sale near 14415

For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.

$469,900

3 bd | 2 ba | 1,448 sqft

14415 SE 9th St

Vancouver, WA, 98683