Rochdale, Poughkeepsie NY
Is Poughkeepsie, NY (Rochdale) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe15
Medium19
Low13
Other188
12 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape5
Child involved3
Assault0
Other5
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, emergency medical crews are responding to a reported CPR-in-progress situation at a rehab facility on Albany Post Road in the Roosevelt Station 5 area. | Albany Post Rd 2nd floor, room 202, Staatsburg, NY 12580 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services responded to a 74-year-old male with leg pain near Plutarch Road, Town of New Paltz. | Plutarch Rd, Highland, NY 12528 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a 32-year-old woman reported shortness of breath and lightheadedness after driving for about an hour. The incident occurred in the parking lot near Broadway, Hudson View Terrace, and St. Joseph's Boulevard. | Broadway, Port Ewen, NY 12466 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical emergency involving a 32-year-old female who is short of breath in the parking lot near Broadway and Hudson View Terrace in Ulster Park. | Broadway, Ulster Park, NY 12487 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS units responded to a medical emergency near (number withheld) Sycamore Drive in Green Tree Park involving a possible lift assist for a 78-year-old male. The patient was potentially transported to MidHudson Regional by basic life support. | Sycamore Dr, Hyde Park, NY 12538 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an emergency medical service unit is responding to a report of abdominal pain at a location near Route 9G involving a patient with a history of hernia. | NY-9G, Hyde Park, NY 12538 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an elderly female fell and requested lifting assistance at Kensington Village near 3rd Drive in Hyde Park. Ambulance units responded to provide aid. | 3rd Dr, Hyde Park, NY 12538 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded near Norrie Point State Park for a reported water rescue after two people apparently fell down a cliff near mile marker 72 on the Hudson River. Boats and ground units assisted in bringing the patients to a ramp, and a medical helicopter was requested and asked to remain in the area while responders evaluated the patients, including one person complaining of lower back pain. Fire units were also dispatched to a reported small dumpster fire behind a neighborhood center on Franklin Avenue and to an automatic fire alarm at an elementary school on Chief Road. | Norrie Point Environmental Center - State Park, Margaret Norrie State Park, Staatsburg, NY 12580 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a water rescue and medical emergency in the Hudson River near Norrie Point State Park, around mile marker 72.8, where two people had reportedly fallen down a cliff into the water and were injured. Multiple boats, medics, and a helicopter landing zone in a nearby field were requested, and at least one patient was later reported to be in a boat while command decided if the helicopter was still needed. | Margaret Lewis Norrie State Park, 9 Old Post Rd, Staatsburg, NY 12580 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers coordinated a multi-agency response to a possible water rescue and medical emergency near a marina in the East Kingston area by Hyde Park. Two people were reported in the water, with one possibly having a dislocated injury, and multiple boats and state troopers were directed to access the scene via the marina and nearby pavilion. | W Market St, Hyde Park, NY 12538 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$395,689
Average Rent
$2,704
Vacancy Rate
4.7%
Rochdale at a Glance
Rochdale is a rural neighborhood in Poughkeepsie, NY, with a median home price of $395,689, less expensive than most New York neighborhoods.
Vacancy rates are low at 4.7%, and the area has a high percentage of residents working from home.
RuralLow VacancyUpper-Middle IncomeHigh Work From Home
Quick Facts
| Work From Home Rate | 33.1% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Rochdale's housing consists mainly of medium to small single-family homes and apartment complexes, with a balanced owner-renter mix.
| Housing Age (1970-1999) | Majority |
|---|---|
| Owner and Renter Occupied | Mixed |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy rate is below average, indicating steady demand.
Many homes built between 1940 and 1999.
Families & Lifestyle
Rochdale is an upper-middle income neighborhood with very low childhood poverty and a high share of professional occupations.
Work From Home Hub — 33.1% of residents work from home, a rate higher than most U.S. neighborhoods.
Diverse Occupations — Strong presence of executive and professional workers, with clerical and manufacturing roles also represented.
| Children Below Poverty Line | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management, Professional Jobs | 57.4% |
Demographics & Culture
| Income Level | Higher than 69.7% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Ukrainian Ancestry | 1.8% |
| Armenian Ancestry | 0.6% |
| Polish Speakers | 6.3% |
| Top Languages | ["English","Spanish","Polish"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Italian","Irish","German","Asian","South American"] |
Commute Patterns
Most Rochdale residents drive alone, with many facing longer commutes. A significant share works from home.
Longer commutes balanced by high work-from-home rates can affect daily life and transportation costs.
Work From Home — A third of residents work remotely, reducing commute burdens.
Longer Commutes — Many residents have commutes between 45 and 60 minutes.
| Drive Alone Rate | 59.9% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 6.1% |
| Commute 45-60 Minutes | 33.6% |
| Work From Home Rate | 33.1% |
Homes for sale near 12429
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Rochdale?
The median home price is $395,689, less expensive than 70.9% of New York neighborhoods.
How common is working from home in Rochdale?
33.1% of residents work from home, higher than 96.7% of U.S. neighborhoods.