Stephentown, NY
Is Stephentown a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe21
Medium13
Low22
Other48
1 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape1
Child involved0
Assault0
Other0
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 reports a possible tree down blocking the road near Riders Mills Road and Route 66 in the town of Chatham, and a patrol unit is assigned to check the scene. | NY-66 & Riders Mills Rd, Malden Bridge, NY 12115 | Road Closure |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were sent to a home near Gardner Hill Road in East Nassau for a report of wires down across a driveway. The caller was unsure what type of wires, and responding crews arrived to investigate. | Gardner Hill Rd, East Nassau, NY 12062 | Fire |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched for possible wires down near Gardner Hill Road and nearby crossroads in East Nassau, New York. | Gardner Hill Rd, East Nassau, NY 12062 | Fire |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a residence on Schoolhouse Road in the New Lebanon area for a reported mental health crisis. A caller reported a person behaving violently and pounding on objects, and two patrol units were requested due to prior concerns about violence toward police. | Schoolhouse Rd, New Lebanon, NY 12125 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a mental health crisis involving a person acting erratically and pounding on things was reported near Schoolhouse Road and County Route 20 in the Newtown/New Lebanon area. Police were requested due to previous violent behavior towards officers. | Stony Brook Ln, New Lebanon, NY 12125 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to (number withheld) Garfield Road for a possible stroke involving a 73-year-old woman. Multiple units, including one from the city of Troy, acknowledged the response. | Garfield Rd, East Nassau, NY 12062 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, ambulances dispatched to a medium priority medical emergency near Garfield Road, cross streets Farm Ridge Way and Tiff Road. | Garfield Rd, East Nassau, NY 12062 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible mental health disturbance was reported near Schoolhouse Road and Route 20 in the town of New Lebanon. An individual was reportedly throwing things and yelling at a caller who requested assistance. No weapons or drinking were reported. Assistance was requested by the caller and the call was transferred to the Columbia County Sheriff's Office. | Schoolhouse Rd, New Lebanon, NY 12125 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies were sent to a mobile home park near Winslow Road in the Town of New Lebanon for a welfare check on a 12-year-old girl after a third-party report that she said her father was assaulting/abusing her and that she planned to take two bottles of pills. No contact had been made with the child that day, and there was also a report of possible weapons in the residence. (Names withheld.) | Winslow Rd Lot 31, East Nassau, NY 12062 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were dispatched to a possible medical emergency involving an apparently unconscious 79-year-old man near Uphams Corners Road in East Nassau. Units arrived on scene and later reported no advanced life support was needed from the ambulance. | Uphams Corner Rd, East Nassau, NY 12062 | Medical Emergency |
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Population
2,783
Child Poverty Rate
0.0%
Drive Alone to Work
83.3%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Stephentown is a small town in New York with 2,783 residents, ranking 492nd largest in the state.
The town has a diverse population with a majority White residents and notable German, English, Irish, Italian, and Dutch ancestries.
Small TownQuietUpper Middle Income
Quick Facts
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 27.96% |
|---|---|
| Per Capita Income | $45,102 |
Housing market and real estate character
Stephentown is a quiet neighborhood with a mixed workforce and low child poverty.
What buyers will notice right away
One of the quietest neighborhoods in America, ideal for peace seekers.
No children living below the federal poverty line, rare nationally.
Families & Lifestyle
Stephentown has a mixed workforce with a high telecommuting rate and a notable divorced population.
Diverse Workforce — Balanced mix of blue-collar and white-collar jobs shapes the community.
| Work From Home | 7.52% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing & Laborer Jobs | 35.0% |
| Executive, Management & Professional Jobs | 32.1% |
| Sales & Service Jobs | 20.5% |
Demographics
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 27.96% |
|---|---|
| Per Capita Income | $45,102 |
| Dutch Ancestry | 8.2% |
| Scottish Ancestry | 7.7% |
| Italian Speakers at Home | 17.7% |
| Top Languages | ["English","Italian","Polish","Spanish"] |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with a moderate commute time.
Stephentown features a high rate of solo driving and moderate commute lengths.
Car Dependent — Majority drive alone to work, reflecting suburban or rural patterns.
Moderate Commutes — Most residents commute between 30 and 45 minutes.
| Drive Alone | 83.3% |
|---|---|
| Carpool | 5.3% |
| Commute 30-45 Minutes | 40.9% |
Homes for sale near 12062
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stephentown a quiet neighborhood?
Yes, it ranks among the quietest neighborhoods in America.
What is the child poverty rate in Stephentown?
There are no children living below the federal poverty line here.