Syracuse, NY Neighborhood
Is Western Lights / Split Rock a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe145
Medium182
Low256
Other866
56 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape23
Child involved20
Assault1
Other16
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 was requested near Third Drive for a female with shoulder pain. Squad 37 responded and was reported on scene. | 3rd St, Solvay, NY 13209 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a vehicle-related complaint involving a woman driving eastbound on W Tennessee St and an unknown male. Units followed the vehicle onto Stonehedge (near Sherwood) and ran a license plate (number withheld). The complainant arranged to meet officers at the Tumble Brook Apartments office parking lot near W Genesee St. Another vehicle that arrived was determined to be uninvolved. Separate from the initial complaint, officers confirmed a juvenile was with a trooper on Constellation Way related to an earlier traffic stop, and the juvenile’s mother (name withheld) was directed there. | W Genesee St, Camillus, NY | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible domestic-related vehicle incident near Walmart in Camillus. A woman in a white Nissan Altima is reportedly being chased by her boyfriend in a white Toyota SUV, who allegedly tried to run her off the road while traveling on a nearby route. | W Genesee St, Camillus, NY 13031 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a traffic unit conducted a possible traffic stop near Cherry Road and West Genesee Street in the town of Geddes, and the unit was later cleared from the stop. | Cherry Rd & W Genesee St, Solvay, NY 13209 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible domestic disturbance at a residence on Huron Road after a caller reported an argument in the background and could not be reached on a callback. | Huron Ave N, Syracuse, NY 13209 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers report a possible courtesy transport of an adult woman from a prior stop location to a store on Genesee Street in Camillus, with starting mileage recorded over the radio. | Genesee St, Camillus, NY 13031 | Other Non-Crime Event |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a reported abdominal pain near Hawkwell Road and Slate Hill Road in Marcellus. | Slate Hill Rd, Marcellus, NY | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a business near West Genesee Street for a possible suspicious person and planned to meet with an employee at the location. | W Genesee St, Camillus, NY 13031 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were sent to an apartment complex near Gordon Parkway, Milton Avenue, and Madison Avenue for a reported electrical problem in one unit, where a stove outlet was apparently short-circuiting and residents were evacuating. | Oak Crest Courtyard, Syracuse, NY 13219 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 9 investigated a possible burnt food incident on the first floor outside an apartment in Syracuse and requested a fan for smoke ventilation. | 1st St, Syracuse, NY 13209 | Fire |
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Median Home Price
$273,651
Average Rent
$2,340
Vacancy Rate
7.1%
Overview
Western Lights / Split Rock in Syracuse, NY is a rural neighborhood with a mix of owner and renter occupied medium to small single-family homes and apartments. Many homes were built between 1940 and 1969, with some from 1970-1999.
Vacancy rate is moderate at 7.1%, near the national median. The neighborhood has a very low child poverty rate and an upper-middle income level.
RuralUpper-Middle IncomeLow Child PovertyDiverse Ancestry
Quick Facts
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing includes medium to small single-family homes and apartments, with a mix of owners and renters and moderate vacancy.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Mixed owner and renter occupied |
|---|---|
| Housing Types | Medium to small single-family homes and apartment complexes |
| Homes Built 1940-1969 | Many |
| Homes Built 1970-1999 | Several |
What buyers will notice right away
Many homes built mid-20th century offer established neighborhood feel.
Balanced mix of owners and renters.
No children living below poverty line, indicating economic stability.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has an upper-middle income level with a diverse occupational mix and very low child poverty.
Low child poverty supports family stability.
Diverse occupations provide economic variety.
Economic Stability — Very low child poverty and upper-middle income.
Diverse Workforce — Balanced mix of executives, clerical, and labor jobs.
| Executive/Professional Employment | 46.6% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Upper-Middle Income | Higher income than 60.0% of US neighborhoods |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 46.6% |
|---|---|
| Upper-Middle Income | Higher income than 60.0% of US neighborhoods |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Top Languages | English (83.7%), Spanish (3.9%) |
| Top Ancestries | Irish (24.0%), Italian (19.3%), English (15.5%), German (13.6%), Polish (8.2%), Ukrainian (2.9%), Russian (4.3%) |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with a commute time shorter than average.
High drive-alone rate with moderate commute times.
Car Dependent — Majority drive alone to work.
Short Commutes — Most commute 15-30 minutes, shorter than average.
| Drive Alone Rate | 86.6% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 8.1% |
| Longest Commute Range | 15-30 minutes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the child poverty rate in Western Lights / Split Rock?
It is 0.0%, lower than 100% of US neighborhoods.
What is the typical home price?
Median home price is $273,651, less expensive than most New York neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is most common (83.7%), with some Spanish (3.9%).