Great Kills South, Staten Island, NY
Is Great Kills South a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe64
Medium39
Low64
Other203
19 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape3
Child involved6
Assault4
Other8
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, eMS is dispatched to the area of Cedar Avenue near Meadow Avenue on Staten Island for a reported 72-year-old with a possible foreign object issue. | Meadow Ave, Staten Island, NY 10304 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conduct a traffic stop near Roway Avenue and Randolph Street in Carteret involving a blue Toyota Sienna with one occupant. | Randolph St, Carteret, NJ 07008 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency appears to involve a call near Amber Street and West Cedar View Avenue on Sand Island, with unit 43 coordinating a rendezvous with SI 57. | Amber St & W Cedarview Ave, Staten Island, NY 10306 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving a patient with abdominal pain was reported near Amber Street and West Cedarview Avenue in Staten Island. Units from Staten Island were requested to respond and backup was assigned. | Amber St & W Cedarview Ave, Staten Island, NY 10306 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a garbage can in the roadway on the upper westbound level of a roadway, creating a possible traffic hazard. | Upper Level, 2281 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10314 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were dispatched to the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Mother God’s Lane for a possible cardiac arrest. | Lincoln Ave, Staten Island, NY 10306 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services are responding to a report of an elderly female experiencing stomach pains near Noe Street in Carteret. | Noe St, Carteret, NJ 07008 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units XR5 and Rescue 5 are responding to a possible highway assist near Exit 13 of the Staten Island Expressway by McLeod Road on Staten Island. | Staten Island Expy, Staten Island, NY | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical personnel were dispatched for a possible cardiac-related chest pain at a location on Carteret Avenue in Carteret, New Jersey. | Carteret Ave, Carteret, NJ 07008 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving a 78-year-old woman who reportedly took all her weekly medication is reported near Union Street on the second floor. | Union St, Carteret, NJ 07008 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$801,929
Average Rent
$2,786
Vacancy Rate
10.5%
Great Kills South Overview
Great Kills South is a densely urban neighborhood in Staten Island with a median home price of $801,929, higher than 59.6% of New York neighborhoods.
The area features mostly owner-occupied medium to small single-family homes and townhomes built mainly between 1970 and 1999.
Densely UrbanOwner OccupiedEstablished HomesHigh Ferry Commute
Quick Facts
| Ferry Commute Rate | 1.6% |
|---|---|
| Italian Ancestry | 37.3% |
Housing market and real estate character
Great Kills South's housing stock is primarily medium to small single-family homes and townhomes, with a notable share of row houses and attached homes.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Most residential real estate is owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Row Houses & Attached Homes | 30.1% |
| Vacancy Rate | 10.5% |
| Homes Built 1970-1999 | Majority |
What buyers will notice right away
The neighborhood stands out for its high proportion of row houses and attached homes, offering a unique charm.
A 10.5% vacancy rate may indicate some empty homes or new construction not yet occupied.
Families & Lifestyle
Great Kills South features a diverse community with a strong presence of executive and professional workers and a variety of languages spoken at home.
Diverse Linguistic Community — English is most common, but Chinese, Arabic, Italian, and Russian are also spoken.
Strong Professional Presence — High share of residents in executive and professional roles shapes the neighborhood's character.
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 59.4% |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 7.6% |
Demographics & Culture
| Executive & Professional Share | 59.4% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Top 15% in US |
| Child Poverty Rate | 7.6% |
| Italian Ancestry | 37.3% |
| Russian Ancestry | 6.6% |
| Foreign Born | 21.1% |
| Russian Language at Home | 3.6% |
Commute Patterns
Most residents have longer commutes, with a significant share using private vehicles and public transit options including ferry and bus.
Longer commutes and diverse transit modes affect daily life and transportation choices in Great Kills South.
Long Commutes — Nearly 40% of commuters spend 45 to 60 minutes traveling to work.
High Ferry Usage — Ferry ridership is notably higher than in most US neighborhoods.
| Main Commute Time | 45 to 60 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 62.2% |
| Carpool Rate | 12.9% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 8.8% |
| Ferry Commute Rate | 1.6% |
Homes for sale near 10308
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Great Kills South?
The median home price is $801,929.
How common is ferry commuting here?
About 1.6% of residents commute by ferry, higher than 99.3% of US neighborhoods.
What languages are spoken in the neighborhood?
English is most common, with Chinese, Arabic, Italian, and Russian also spoken.