Vestal, NY Neighborhood
Is Vestal, NY (South Vestal / Tracy Creek) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe26
Medium23
Low23
Other131
31 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape11
Child involved17
Assault1
Other9
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, medical emergency involving a 44-year-old female with a possible panic attack near Crescent Drive and Mary Street in Kirkwood. | Crescent Dr, Kirkwood, NY 13795 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a report of a suspicious black sports car with its headlights on, parked for an extended time in a lot near Conklin Road in Binghamton. | Conklin Rd, Binghamton, NY 13903 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a possible 911 hang-up with an open line and no response on callback at a location on Oconnell Road in the town of Binghamton. | Oconnell Rd, Binghamton, NY 13903 | Suspicious Call |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies were sent to check a residence near Oconnell Road in the Town of Binghamton after a possible 911 hang-up call with an open line and no answer on callback. | Oconnell Rd, Binghamton, NY 13903 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a reported loud music complaint at a residence on Edison Ave in Conklin. | Edison Ave, Binghamton, NY 13903 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible trespass situation at a garage on Conklin Road in Conklin. The caller stated that the landowner’s son was in the garage and was not supposed to be there, although dispatch did not find any active protective order on file. | Conklin Rd, Binghamton, NY 13903 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible theft incident reported by a loss prevention employee at a business near Court Street in Binghamton. One unit advised they would be the primary officer on the call. | Court St, Binghamton, NY 13904 | Theft Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders dispatched to (number withheld) Conklin Forks Road near Milburn Drive and Conklin Road for a male appearing to have stroke symptoms. | Conklin Forks Rd, Conklin, NY 13748 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported domestic incident not in progress near Leslie Ave in Conklin. | Leslie Ave, Conklin, NY 13748 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were sent to a location on Foley Road in Kirkwood for a reported 65-year-old man who was down and having shallow breathing, with advanced life support requested. | Foley Rd, Kirkwood, NY 13795 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$307,163
Average Rent
$3,144
Vacancy Rate
7.2%
Nearby neighborhoods
South Vestal / Tracy Creek Overview
South Vestal / Tracy Creek is a rural neighborhood in Vestal, NY with mostly owner-occupied homes built between 1970 and 1999.
The vacancy rate is 7.2%, near the national median, indicating a balanced housing supply.
RuralOwner OccupiedEstablished Homes
Quick Facts
| Rural Density | Yes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The neighborhood's housing stock includes medium to large single-family homes and mobile homes, mostly built between 1970 and 1999.
| Owner Occupied Housing | Majority owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Homes Built 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
The neighborhood ranks in the top 14.9% of executive lifestyle neighborhoods in New York.
Most homes are owner occupied, supporting neighborhood stability.
Families & Lifestyle
South Vestal / Tracy Creek is an upper-middle income neighborhood with a notable executive and professional population.
A strong executive and professional presence supports a stable community.
Child poverty rate is moderate compared to national levels.
Executive & Professional Residents — 54.2% of workers are in executive, management, or professional roles.
Cultural Diversity — Notable Lebanese and Slovak ancestry with 6.7% speaking Polish at home.
| Executive Lifestyle Rank | Top 14.9% in New York |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 14.0% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 54.2 |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Higher than 77.2% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| College Educated Rate | |
| Lebanese Ancestry | 2.4% |
| Slovak Ancestry | 1.5% |
| Foreign Born | |
| Top Languages | ["English (92.3%)","Polish (6.7%)","Chinese"] |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with commute times shorter than average Americans.
South Vestal / Tracy Creek offers manageable commute times with a strong reliance on private vehicles.
Car-Dependent — Most residents use private cars to commute.
Short Commutes — The largest group spends 15-30 minutes commuting.
| Drive Alone Rate | 82.5 |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 5.7 |
| Main Commute Time Range | 15 to 30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 13748
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in South Vestal / Tracy Creek?
The median home price is $307,163.
What types of homes are common here?
Mostly medium to large single-family homes and mobile homes built between 1970 and 1999.
What is the child poverty rate?
14.0%, higher than 59.1% of U.S. neighborhoods.