Southold West, Southold NY
Is Southold, NY (Southold West) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe128
Medium166
Low277
Other552
29 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape8
Child involved11
Assault0
Other12
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, dispatch received an apparent abandoned 911 call with no reported distress from a gas station near Peconic Avenue and Heidi Behr Way. | Old Country Rd, Riverhead, NY 11901 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a vehicle records check linked to a traffic stop and then responded to a possible access issue at an apartment on East Main Street, where a superintendent reportedly could not open the location. | E Main St, Riverhead, NY 11901 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a female fell and cannot get up at an apartment near East Main Street. | E Main St, Riverhead, NY 11901 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are requested to go to a Riverhead residence for a prior landlord-tenant dispute, where a caller reported that the landlord may have cut off the Wi‑Fi and turned off the power. The officers are asked to speak with the caller’s daughter who is reportedly at the apartment, while the landlord is said to live in the front part of the house. | Ann Ave, Riverhead, NY 11901 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units are dispatched to a reported bonfire on the beach near Long Neck Boulevard and Fantasy Drive in Flanders, New York. | Longneck Blvd & Fantasy Dr, Flanders, NY 11901 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was dispatched to an address near Middle Road for a 60-year-old man who initially had a possible injury from a fall and was later updated to a possible seizure. | Middle Rd, Riverhead, NY 11901 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported theft of a package from an apartment at a residential complex on East Main Street. The incident reportedly occurred the previous day. | E Main St, Riverhead, NY 11901 | Theft Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic includes a traffic stop by Crew 11 near Route 24 and Flanders Road involving a New York vehicle plate. In a separate call, fire officials are requested for a residential fire alarm at a home on Foster Crossing near South Main Street and Middle Plains Road. Another later transmission reports a person apparently assaulted by a man near the Bayview Apartments by the town highway depot and train station area, where debris is also noted. | NY-24 & Flanders Rd, Riverside, NY 11901 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was dispatched to (number withheld) Peconic Bay Boulevard involving a 76-year-old female. Captain Smith was referenced on the call. | Peconic Bay Blvd, Aquebogue, NY 11931 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a welfare check on an uncooperative male near McDermott Avenue and East Main Street. The subject refused police assistance but is reportedly at home with his mother, who has had a stroke, and he acts as her primary caretaker. | McDermott Ave & E Main St, Riverhead, NY 11901 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$899,042
Average Rent
$3,728
Vacancy Rate
33.7%
Overview of Southold West
Southold West is a rural coastal neighborhood in Southold, NY, featuring medium to large single-family homes and townhomes. Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999, with some from 1940-1969.
The neighborhood has a high vacancy rate of 33.7%, often due to seasonal occupancy. It is an affluent area with a strong executive presence and zero childhood poverty.
CoastalRuralExecutive LifestyleRetiree Friendly
Quick Facts
| Executive Lifestyle Rank | Top 5% in NY |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Southold West's housing is mainly medium to large single-family homes and townhomes, with most properties owner occupied. Many homes date from 1970-1999, with some older.
| Seasonal Occupancy | 32.2% |
|---|---|
| Housing Age (1970-1999) | Majority |
| Owner Occupied Rate | High |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy is elevated due to seasonal occupancy common in coastal vacation areas.
Most homes are owner occupied, indicating residential stability.
Families & Lifestyle
Southold West is favored by wealthy, educated executives and active retirees. It has zero childhood poverty and a notable presence of farming and fishing occupations.
The neighborhood supports a professional and affluent lifestyle with strong executive presence.
It also retains a unique rural character with a higher share of farming and fishing workers.
Executive and Professional Presence — 57.4% of workers are in executive, management, and professional roles, supporting a high-income community.
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Executive Lifestyle Rank | Top 5% in NY |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 57.4% |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Income Rank | Above average, top 21% in U.S. |
| Foreign Born | 19.0% |
| Ukrainian Ancestry | 2.6% |
| Dominican Ancestry | 6.6% |
| Languages Spoken | English, Spanish, Polish |
Commute
Most residents drive alone, with a majority commuting 15-30 minutes. Bus use is notable but less common.
Southold West offers manageable commute times with a strong reliance on personal vehicles, typical of rural coastal areas.
Car Dependence — Most residents drive alone, reflecting limited public transit options.
Moderate Commute Length — Over half commute between 15 and 30 minutes, balancing proximity and rural setting.
| Drive Alone | 66.1% |
|---|---|
| Bus Commute | 6.1% |
| Commute 15-30 Minutes | 51.1% |
Homes for sale near 11931
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$449,900
4 bd | 3 ba | 2,646 sqft
11931 SW Crestwood Circle
Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34987
$599,900
4 bd | 3 ba | 3,448 sqft
11931 SW Aventino Drive
Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34987
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Southold West suitable for executives?
Yes, it ranks better for executive lifestyles than 95% of New York neighborhoods, with a strong professional community.
What is the vacancy rate?
The vacancy rate is 33.7%, often due to seasonal occupancy in this coastal area.