Loomis / Northfield, Walton NY
Is Loomis / Northfield a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe17
Medium16
Low23
Other85
1 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape1
Child involved1
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, fire crews responded to a reported structure fire at a home on William Street in Walton after a caller said the power went out and they smelled something burning from an electrical panel in the basement. The caller was trying to leave the house, and arriving units initially reported no visible fire, later noting smoke in the building. | William St, Walton, NY 13856 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were flagged down about an unruly male at or near Delaware Street and Howell Street in Walton. The man, described as wearing a blue polo shirt and carrying a clipboard, was reported to be at a behavioral health facility. Multiple units responded and later advised they had the man with them. | Howell St & Delaware St, Walton, NY 13856 | Disturbance |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were requested to gather at the station for a domestic-related complaint in the village of Walton, with a possible mental health pickup reported near Liberty Street. | Liberty St, Walton, NY 13856 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer requested a unit respond to a local hospital to speak with a Sidney Center Fire Department member who was reportedly struck by a vehicle while directing traffic at another scene. | Titus Pl, Walton, NY 13856 | Traffic |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers made a possible follow-up contact at an apartment on East Street in Walton. | East St Apt 7, Walton, NY 13856 | Other Incidents |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an EMS unit is transporting a female patient to Delaware Valley Hospital. The incident involves active medical transport and patient care near Titus Place, Walton. | Titus Pl, Walton, NY 13856 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, responders were sent to a home near Liberty Street in Walton Village for a welfare check on two adults who were reportedly breathing but not responsive. | Liberty St, Walton, NY 13856 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch coordinated a welfare check and medical response to an apartment building near Liberty St in Walton Village after a caller reported two people were not waking up, felt cold to the touch, but appeared to be breathing. Crews were directed to the brick apartment building and the courtyard area between the Liberty St side and the Townsend St side of the complex. | Townsend St, Walton, NY 13856 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services and law enforcement were dispatched to a location near Liberty Street in Walton village for a possible welfare check. | Liberty St, Walton, NY 13856 | Missing Person |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS and law enforcement were dispatched to an apartment on Liberty Street in Walton Village for a welfare check/possible medical emergency after a caller reported she could not wake her mother. Radio traffic indicated it may be Apartment 27 and referenced prior history at the location. | Liberty St Apt 27, Walton, NY 13856 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$185,110
Average Rent
$932
Vacancy Rate
17.7%
Nearby neighborhoods
Neighborhood Overview
Loomis / Northfield is a remote rural neighborhood in Walton, NY, with many historic homes built before 1940 and some built between 1970 and 1999.
The area has a higher vacancy rate of 17.7% and a significant seasonal housing presence, with a diverse population including many single mother households.
RemoteRuralHigh VacancyAffordable Housing
Quick Facts
| Single Mother Households | Higher than 95.9% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Loomis / Northfield mainly consists of small to medium single-family homes and mobile homes, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Mixed owner and renter occupancy |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Small to medium single-family homes and mobile homes |
| Housing Age | Many homes built before 1940; some 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Median home price is lower than most New York neighborhoods.
Many residences built before 1940 offer historic character.
Families & Lifestyle
Loomis / Northfield has a high rate of single mother households, which can indicate social challenges in the community.
Diverse household types shape the community character.
Affordable housing attracts a range of residents.
Family Challenges — High single mother household rate and child poverty suggest social issues.
| Single Mother Households | Higher than 95.9% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 33.6% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 39.1% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Lower than 88.9% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| Child Poverty Rate | 33.6% |
| English Speaking Households | 92.5% |
| Foreign Born Residents | |
| Top Ancestries | German (30.6%), Irish (27.5%), Italian (15.8%), Dutch (9.7%), English (8.8%) |
| Notable Ancestries | Czechoslovakian (1.6%) |
Commute
Most residents drive alone to work, with many commuting 15-30 minutes and some walking or carpooling.
Loomis / Northfield offers mostly car-based commutes with some walking and carpooling options.
Car Dependent — Most residents drive alone to work.
Short Commutes — Many commute 15-30 minutes, shorter than average.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 78.1% |
| Carpool Rate | 9.0% |
| Walk Commute Rate | 5.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Loomis / Northfield?
The median home price is $185,110.
How common are single mother households in Loomis / Northfield?
Higher than 95.9% of U.S. neighborhoods.