Mayors Heights, Rochester, NY
Is Mayors Heights a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe2706
Medium2598
Low2828
Other11750
420 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape161
Child involved141
Assault9
Other145
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 officer-initiated traffic stop was conducted near Avenue D involving a vehicle identified as (license_plate withheld). The specific reason for the stop is not clear from the radio traffic. | Ave D, Rochester, NY 14621 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible neighbor dispute near Benton Street in Rochester. | Benton St, Rochester, NY 14620 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers report a possible courtesy transport of one man to a location on North Street in Rochester, linked to incident number 11874. | North St, Rochester, NY 14605 | Other Non-Crime Event |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a reported vandalism incident near Murray Street, where kids were reportedly running around and breaking windows. | Murray St, Rochester, NY 14606 | Property Damage |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported family dispute between siblings near Norton Street in Rochester. | Norton St, Rochester, NY 14621 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a diabetic issue involving a 40-year-old female near Woodshire Lane, between Glensville Drive and Lemon Lane. | Woodshire Ln, Rochester, NY 14606 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving a 28-year-old female who fell and has abdominal pain at an apartment near Dodge Street and Jay Street. Emergency services were requested and dispatched for forced entry. | Dodge St Unit C, Rochester, NY 14606 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer responds to a reported alarm at a location on Thomas Street in Rochester, New York. | Thomas St, Rochester, NY | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a possible burglary alarm at a business near Portland Ave in Rochester. | Portland Ave, Rochester, NY 14605 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a two vehicle crash blocking traffic near State Street and Vincent Street in Rochester, with no reported injuries. | State St & Vincent St S, Rochester, NY 14608 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$248,621
Average Rent
$1,718
Vacancy Rate
10.6%
Overview of Mayors Heights
Mayors Heights is an urban neighborhood in Rochester, NY with a median home price of $248,621, more affordable than most New York neighborhoods.
The housing stock includes many small apartment buildings and single-family homes built mostly between 1970 and 1999, with a vacancy rate of 10.6%.
UrbanSmall Apartment BuildingsHigh Vacancy
Housing market and real estate character
Housing is dominated by small 2-4 unit apartment buildings, with many renter-occupied homes and a notable vacancy rate.
| Small Apartment Buildings | 36.3% of housing stock |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Small multi-unit buildings make up a large share of housing stock.
Vacancy rate suggests either weak demand or new unoccupied housing.
Families and Lifestyle
Mayors Heights has a high percentage of residents living alone and a high child poverty rate.
Many residents are single or senior citizens living alone.
The neighborhood faces significant challenges with child poverty.
Diverse Occupations — Residents work in executive, manufacturing, clerical, and sales/service jobs.
| Residents Living Alone | 51.6% |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 55.6% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 29.9% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Low income |
| Sub-Saharan African Ancestry | 21.0% |
| Haitian Ancestry | 9.5% |
| Foreign Born | 12.6% |
| Top Languages | ["English","Spanish","Arabic","Native American languages"] |
Commute Patterns
Most residents drive alone with many enjoying short commutes under 15 minutes; bicycle commuting is notably high.
Mayors Heights offers short commutes and a high rate of bicycle commuting uncommon in most U.S. neighborhoods.
Short Commutes — Over half of residents commute under 15 minutes.
Bicycle Commuting — 4.2% bike to work, higher than 97.6% of neighborhoods nationally.
| Drive Alone Rate | 77.9% |
|---|---|
| Bus Commute Rate | 7.5% |
| Bicycle Commute Rate | 4.2% |
| Short Commute (<15 min) | 51.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vacancy rate in Mayors Heights?
The vacancy rate is 10.6%, higher than 65.4% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What languages are spoken in Mayors Heights?
English is most common, with Spanish, Arabic, and Native American languages also spoken.