Staten Island Neighborhood
Is Tompkinsville East a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe107
Medium40
Low108
Other214
15 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape3
Child involved7
Assault6
Other4
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, units respond to a disabled occupied bus on the upper eastbound level of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, with about 13 passengers reported and no injuries while they wait for a rescue bus. | Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, Verrazzano-Narrows Brg, Staten Island, NY | Traffic |
| 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 respond to a report of possible debris on the upper level westbound roadway of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge. | Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, Verrazzano-Narrows Brg, Staten Island, NY | 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, a Coast Guard marine broadcast reports a possible submerged wooden beam and plywood hazard in the water near the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge in New York, and advises mariners to travel through the area with caution. | Verrazzano-Narrows Brg, New York, NY | Road Closure |
| 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, coast Guard personnel broadcast a warning about a possible debris hazard in the water near the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge and advised nearby vessels to proceed with caution and maintain a sharp lookout. | Verrazzano-Narrows Brg, New York, NY | Marine Hazard |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS are dispatched to a possible hemorrhage involving two people on the first floor of a building near East Third Street and Lexington Avenue in Bayonne. | E 3rd St, Bayonne, NJ 07002 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$897,436
Average Rent
$3,490
Vacancy Rate
12.6%
Overview
Tompkinsville East is a walkable Staten Island neighborhood with many homes built before 1940 and between 1940 and 1969.
The area has a vacancy rate above average, possibly reflecting supply or demand factors.
WalkableHistoric HomesMixed OwnershipDiverse Population
Quick Facts
| Walkability | Among most walkable U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing consists mainly of small to medium single-family homes and small apartments, many historic.
| Vacancy Rate | 12.6 |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many built before 1940 and between 1940-1969 |
| Owner Occupied Rate |
What buyers will notice right away
Many homes date back to before 1940, offering historic character.
Vacancy is above average, which may affect market dynamics.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a diverse occupational mix and very low childhood poverty.
Low childhood poverty rate indicates economic stability for families.
Diverse occupations contribute to a varied community culture.
Lower-Middle Income — Income ranks below 79.4% of U.S. neighborhoods.
Cultural Diversity — Languages and ancestries reflect a rich multicultural environment.
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional Workforce | 36.2% |
Demographics
| Income Rank | Lower than 79.4% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0 |
| Foreign Born Residents | 19.8% |
| Top Languages | ["English (61.5%)","Spanish","French","Korean","Chinese"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Italian (19.7%)","Asian (9.6%)","Puerto Rican (7.0%)","Mexican (6.7%)","Haitian (6.6%)","Armenian (1.1%)"] |
Commute
Most residents drive alone or carpool, with notable ferry and bus ridership.
Tompkinsville East offers strong ferry and bus transit options with a short average commute time.
High Ferry Ridership — Ferry use is higher than 99.9% of U.S. neighborhoods.
Active Commuting — Above-average bike commuting supports sustainable travel.
| Drive Alone | 36.2 |
|---|---|
| Carpool | 18.4 |
| Bus Commute | 10.8 |
| Ferry Commute | 5.8 |
| Bike Commute | 3 |
| Main Commute Time Range | 15-30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 10304
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$399,900
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,648 sqft
10304 SW Carnelian Street
Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34987
$225,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,018 sqft
6765 Corporate Blvd APT 10304
Baton Rouge, LA, 70809
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Tompkinsville East?
The median home price is $897,436, more expensive than 67.8% of NYC neighborhoods.
How walkable is Tompkinsville East?
It is among the most walkable neighborhoods in America.
What is the childhood poverty rate?
0.0%, lower than 100% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What are common commute methods?
Most drive alone or carpool; ferry and bus ridership are also high.