Rome West, NY
Is Rome West a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe258
Medium327
Low455
Other1463
41 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape17
Child involved13
Assault0
Other15
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, officers in Rome coordinate with a caller for a possible welfare check near Black River Boulevard and a nearby residence. They arrange to meet the caller near the location indicated by the last phone ping. | 1st St, Rome, NY 13440 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police were dispatched to check on a woman near 6th Street and East Bloomfield Street in Rome after a caller reported that her adult daughter, who had been texting about traveling to pick up her own child, stopped responding and last appeared to be near the water. | 6th St & E Bloomfield St, Rome, NY 13440 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported property-damage crash involving two Honda vehicles near West Liberty Street and North James Street. No injuries were reported. | W Liberty St & N James St, Rome, NY 13440 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported fireworks disturbance at a trailer park on Floyd Avenue in Rome, possibly coming from the area of Broadway Street. The reporting party wanted to speak with an officer, but officers were unable to locate the caller and cleared the scene. | Floyd Ave, Rome, NY 13440 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, authorities responded to a welfare check near Portland Avenue and West Court Street in Rome involving a woman acting erratically and trying to enter multiple homes while searching for a person named (person_name withheld). She reportedly approached the caller. | W Court St, Rome, NY 13440 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report from a dairy store on Erie Boulevard East about a man in his 40s who allegedly tried to fight customers and staff, with sounds of fighting reportedly heard in the back of the store. | Erie Blvd E, Rome, NY 13440 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police check on scene at CNY DDSO after a 21-year-old female was combative and hitting her head; ambulance transport requested. | N George St, Rome, NY 13440 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, staff at a DDSO group home on Kendall Street reported a 21-year-old woman in a possible mental health crisis. They used a restrictive hold, and she was reportedly on the floor hitting her head. Medical responders were requested for evaluation and transport. | N George St, Rome, NY 13440 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a harassment complaint near Expense Street in Rome, New York, after a caller reported a neighbor allegedly threatened to beat them up over cutting the lawn. The involved parties were reportedly separated at the time of the call. | Expense St, Rome, NY 13440 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers requested and created a store complaint near William Street in Rome, with a unit receiving an incident number from dispatch. | William St, Rome, NY 13440 | Other Incidents |
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Median Home Price
$72,131
Average Rent
$1,702
Vacancy Rate
15.6%
Bicycle Commute Rate
4.9%
Overview
Rome West is a suburban neighborhood in Rome, NY, with a median home price of $72,131, making it more affordable than nearly all New York neighborhoods.
The area features many small apartment buildings, including 2-4 unit buildings, and has a high vacancy rate of 15.6%, often with year-round vacancies.
SuburbanAffordableSmall Apartment BuildingsHigh Vacancy
Housing market and real estate character
Rome West's housing is dominated by small apartment buildings, including many 2-4 unit buildings, with a significant vacancy rate.
| Small Apartment Buildings (2-4 units) | 34.7% |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many built before 1940, some 1940-1969 |
What buyers will notice right away
Median home price is very low compared to most New York neighborhoods.
Vacancy rate is high, with many units vacant year-round.
Families & Lifestyle
Rome West has a low-income population with diverse occupations and a notable presence of sales, service, and manufacturing jobs.
Diverse workforce with many employed in sales, service, and manufacturing.
Active commuting options include high rates of biking and walking.
Active Commuters — High bicycle (4.9%) and walking (11.9%) commute rates.
| Child Poverty Rate | 26.3% |
|---|
Demographics
| Sales and Service Occupations | 36.3% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing and Laborer Occupations | 31.8% |
| Income Level | Low income |
| Child Poverty Rate | 26.3% |
| Top Ancestries | Italian, German, Irish, Polish, French |
| Languages Spoken | English, Italian, Spanish, Arabic |
Commute
Residents enjoy some of the shortest commutes in America, with many walking or biking to work.
Rome West offers very short commutes with high rates of walking and biking, uncommon in most neighborhoods.
Short Commutes — Over half of commuters spend under 15 minutes traveling to work.
Active Transportation — High rates of walking and biking to work compared to most US neighborhoods.
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 59.0% |
| Carpool Rate | 17.8% |
| Walk to Work Rate | 11.9% |
| Bicycle Commute Rate | 4.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of housing are common in Rome West?
Small apartment buildings, including many 2-4 unit buildings, dominate the housing stock.
How do most residents commute to work?
Many have short commutes, with significant numbers walking or biking to work.