Upper Red Hook, NY
Is Red Hook, NY (Upper Red Hook) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe35
Medium37
Low74
Other202
10 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape4
Child involved1
Assault0
Other6
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, an elderly woman apparently fell near Partition Street, in an apartment across from Russell Street and Pope Street. | Partition St, Saugerties, NY 12477 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports an automatic fire alarm at a building on Fraleigh Street in Red Hook, with the activation reportedly coming from zone 12 on the first floor. | Fraleigh St, Red Hook, NY 12571 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported an automatic fire alarm at a Bard College residence hall near Blithewood Avenue and Garden Road in Red Hook, with the alarm apparently activated from a pull station on the third floor west side. | Blithewood Ave, Red Hook, NY 12571 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Ulster Avenue and Elm Street in Saugerties. The stop involved a vehicle with a specific license plate, and the driver was given a verbal warning before the unit returned to service. | Ulster Ave & Elm St, Saugerties, NY 12477 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving a 76-year-old male with altered mental status was reported near Heather Lane at cross streets Bona Way and Cascade Drive in Kingston. | Heather Ln, Kingston, NY 12401 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched for a possible altered mental status in an eight-year-old female near Birchwood Drive West and Willow Road in the Glasgow Fire District. | Birchwood Dr W, Saugerties, NY 12477 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported vehicle lockout near Dewitt Drive in Saugerties, New York. | Dewitt Dr, Saugerties, NY 12477 | Other Non-Crime Event |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving a 64-year-old man having difficulty breathing is reported near Potter Hill Road at Mountain View Trailer Park, lot (number withheld), near Mountain View Drive and Fosler Road. | Potter Hill Rd, Saugerties, NY 12477 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a possible psychiatric emergency involving a 10-year-old female at a school near Devereux Way. Police were en route. | Devereux Way, Red Hook, NY 12571 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an adult male fell less than 10 feet near Route 9W close to Sugar Maple Lane and Commons Lane in the Glasgow Fire District. The patient was conscious and alert with no bleeding when units arrived on scene. | US-9W, Saugerties, NY 12477 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$514,663
Average Rent
$2,990
Vacancy Rate
9%
Overview
Upper Red Hook is a rural neighborhood in Red Hook, New York, with a median home price of $514,663, more expensive than 38.9% of New York neighborhoods.
The area features mostly medium to large single-family and mobile homes, many built between 1970 and 1999, with a moderate vacancy rate of 9.0%.
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Quick Facts
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
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Housing market and real estate character
Upper Red Hook offers spacious, owner-occupied homes with moderate vacancy.
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1970-1999 |
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What buyers will notice right away
Housing mainly consists of medium to large single-family and mobile homes.
Vacancy rates are moderate, indicating a balanced housing market.
Families & Lifestyle
Upper Red Hook is favored by executives, urban sophisticates, retirees, and families.
The neighborhood ranks better than 94.9% of NY neighborhoods for executive lifestyles.
Low child poverty and spacious homes support family and retiree living.
Executive Lifestyle — Popular among wealthy, educated professionals and managers.
| Executive Occupations | 51.3% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Employment | 51.3% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Income Rank | Top 15% nationally |
| Top Languages | ["English","Polish"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Irish","German","Italian","English","Polish"] |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commute times and rely on private vehicles.
Upper Red Hook offers manageable commute times with a majority driving alone.
Moderate Commutes — Most residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes.
Car Reliance — Majority drive alone, typical for rural neighborhoods.
| Commute 15-30 Minutes | 34.1% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 65.8% |
| Carpool Rate | 8.4% |
Homes for sale near 12504
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Upper Red Hook?
The median home price is $514,663, more expensive than 38.9% of New York neighborhoods.
How diverse is Upper Red Hook?
The neighborhood has a high share of Irish ancestry residents (24.8%) and other European ancestries.
What is the child poverty rate?
Child poverty is very low at 0.0%, lower than all US neighborhoods.