South Bethlehem, Selkirk, NY

Is Selkirk, NY (South Bethlehem) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe37

Medium34

Low61

Other220

12 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape7

Child involved1

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 services responded near Route 9W for a 30-year-old female with stomach pain and vomiting.	US-9W, Hannacroix, NY 12087	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical emergency involving a 30-year-old female with stomach pain and vomiting near Moxley Lane and Martin Hill Road.	US-9W, Ravena, NY 12143	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer reports a possible traffic stop or contact on River Road involving a gray Chevrolet with a specific license plate.	River Rd, Selkirk, NY 12158	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies were dispatched to a possible family disturbance at a home near Main Street in Ravena. A caller reported that two people were locked in a basement and could not get out, and there was an order of protection with cautions about possible combative behavior toward responders.	Main St, Ravena, NY	Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller in the area of Main Street in Coeymans reported a male burning plastic outside, creating a strong odor, and requested that deputies speak with him.	Main St, Ravena, NY 12143	Disturbance
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers in Ravena were asked to confirm whether a protection order had been served for a caller associated with a residence on Liske Street. The involved person was not home, and the caller was waiting for a return phone call.	Liske St, Ravena, NY 12143	Other Incidents
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a location near Washington Avenue in New Baltimore for a possible civil dispute, where a caller reported that a woman was refusing to pay for landscaping services despite a signed contract.	Washington Ave, New Baltimore, NY 12124	Fraud Report
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers handled a possible suspicious 911 cell phone call mapped near Winnie Ave in a mobile home park. People could be heard talking, but there were no signs of distress and no one answered when dispatch called back.	Winnie Ave, Ravena, NY 12143	Suspicious Call
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible attempted break-in at a home near Bridge Street in South Bethlehem. A female caller said a man tried to enter her house but was scared off by a dog. The man was described as wearing a red shirt, with strawberry-blonde curly hair, and possibly carrying a large piece of wood. He was last reported walking toward South Street and then down Willowbrook. The caller’s father was expected to be outside the home looking for the man when officers arrived.	Bridge St, South Bethlehem, NY 12161	Break-In
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a callback indicating that the reported incident at the earlier location did not actually occur there, and response was canceled with units returned to service.	Mill St, New Baltimore, NY 12124	False Alarm

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Median Home Price

$396,541

Average Rent

$3,140

Vacancy Rate

2.7%

Nearby neighborhoods

South Bethlehem Overview

South Bethlehem is a rural neighborhood in Selkirk, NY, known for its peaceful setting and diverse housing options.

The area is more retiree-friendly than 97.9% of New York neighborhoods, with a vibrant mix of educated seniors and other age groups.

RuralRetiree-FriendlyOwner OccupiedTight Housing Supply

Quick Facts

Retiree-Friendly Rank	Top 2.1% in NY

Housing market and real estate character

South Bethlehem's housing market features mostly owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes and townhomes, with many built between 1970 and 1999.

Owner Occupied Rate	Majority
Housing Type	Medium to large single-family homes and townhomes
Housing Age	Many built 1970-1999

What buyers will notice right away

Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand relative to supply.

Most homes built between 1970 and 1999 offer mature community character.

Families & Lifestyle

South Bethlehem attracts retirees and families seeking a peaceful, safe environment with diverse housing.

Peaceful and quiet setting

Above average safety

Diverse housing options

Retiree Appeal — The neighborhood's safety and housing mix make it attractive for retirees.

Retiree-Friendly Rank	Top 2.1% in NY
Owner Occupied Homes	Majority

Demographics & Culture

Executive, Management & Professional Occupations	60.6%
Government Employment	14.4%
English Speakers	87.1%
Spanish Speakers	11.4%
Top Ancestries	Italian (19.3%), Irish (18.4%), German (16.5%), Polish (8.8%), English (6.9%)
Unique Ancestries	Cuban (6.1%), Dutch (4.5%)