Ridge North, Ridge NY
Is Ridge North a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Ridge, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe204
Medium232
Low247
Other779
10 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape2
Child involved5
Assault0
Other4
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, radio traffic describes a possible dispute between a customer and a business over returning a cell phone at or near a location off Locust Drive in Rocky Point. The subject involved was reported to have already left the scene when officers responded. | Locust Dr, Rocky Point, NY 11778 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire department dispatched for a woman with chest pain near Starling Court off Humming Lane. | Briar Hill Ct, Middle Island, NY 11953 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received for a 64-year-old woman with respiratory distress and chest pain near Village Drive and Sheffield Boulevard. | Village Dr, Ridge, NY 11961 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a possible domestic-related dispute near Parvis Court and Niagara Street, where a man’s ex‑wife is reportedly sitting in a gray minivan outside. No drugs, alcohol use, or weapons are currently reported. | Parviz Ct, Miller Place, NY 11764 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a medical call on Northumberland Drive for a reported sick minor with a very high fever who is reportedly passing out. | Northumberland Dr, East Shoreham, NY 11786 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services responded to a possible medical emergency for a 90-year-old male having difficulty breathing near 7 Yellow Court off Riverhead Road. The individual appears to weigh approximately 135 pounds and was transported to Stony Brook. | Riverhead Rd, Sound Beach, NY 11789 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving an adult male reported sick near Oakland Avenue and West Fifth Street in Miller Place. Units have been dispatched and are responding. | Oakland Ave #5th, Miller Place, NY 11764 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency service responding to a medical call near Oakland Avenue involving a 69-year-old male with foot and arm pain. | Oakland Ave, Miller Place, NY 11764 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire personnel are dispatched to a reported residential carbon monoxide alarm at a home near Northside Road in Wading River, New York. | N Side Rd, Wading River, NY 11792 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call for a fall injury was reported near Gabriel Mills Road. Fire department units were dispatched and are responding. | Gabriel Mills Rd, Wading River, NY 11792 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$446,798
Average Rent
$3,499
Vacancy Rate
11.4%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview of Ridge North
Ridge North is a suburban neighborhood in Ridge, NY, known for its high share of rowhouses and small homes. Most residences were built between 1970 and the present.
The neighborhood has a very low child poverty rate and a high percentage of residents living alone, making it unique among U.S. neighborhoods.
SuburbanRowhousesLow Child PovertyOwner Occupied
Quick Facts
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Ridge North's housing is dominated by rowhouses and small homes, with a very high owner occupancy rate.
| Owner Occupied Rate | High |
|---|---|
| Rowhouses and Attached Homes | 59.5% |
| Small Homes (1-2 bedrooms) | 93.8% |
What buyers will notice right away
High concentration of rowhouses and small homes offers distinctive living options.
No children living below poverty line, a rare feature nationally.
Families and Lifestyle
Ridge North attracts many residents living alone and is highly rated for retirement living.
High Single Living — Majority of residents live alone, including many seniors and new arrivals.
Retiree Appeal — Peaceful, safe, and diverse housing options attract retirees.
| Residents Living Alone | 64.3% |
|---|---|
| Retiree-Friendly Rank | Top 14.8% in NY |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 52.2% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Below average |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| English Speakers | 90.6% |
| Spanish Speakers | 2.7% |
| Italian Ancestry | 28.8% |
| British Ancestry | 2.9% |
Commute
Many residents have short commutes, with most driving alone to work.
Ridge North offers short commutes and high car usage among residents.
Short Commutes — Nearly one-third of residents commute under 15 minutes.
Car Ownership Useful — Most residents drive alone to work.
| Commute Under 15 Minutes | 32.3% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 75.7% |
Homes for sale near 11786
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$480,564
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,868 sqft
11786 S Flying Fish Dr W #613
South Jordan, UT, 84009
$510,000
4 bd | 3 ba | 2,772 sqft
11786 SW Bennington Circle
Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34987
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of housing is common in Ridge North?
Rowhouses and small homes dominate, with 59.5% rowhouses and 93.8% small homes.
How is the child poverty rate?
It is 0.0%, lower than 100% of US neighborhoods.