Diddell Neighborhood

Is Diddell a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe56

Medium66

Low64

Other521

18 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape4

Child involved5

Assault1

Other8

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, emergency medical services were dispatched to a condo complex near Fishkill Glen Drive in Fishkill for a 25-year-old man with labored breathing, dizziness, and vomiting. The incident was treated as a high‑priority medical call.	Fishkill Glen Dr #4G, Fishkill, NY 12524	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving a 32-year-old woman with chest pain was reported near Lake Walton Road between Route 82 and Marcella Boulevard. Emergency responders arrived on scene.	Marcella Blvd, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical response for an elderly female unable to walk near Berkeley Square at Imperial Boulevard.	Imperial Blvd Apt 2305, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible burglary alarm at a location on Main Street in Fishkill after a back door alarm was activated. No keyholder was available and police units were on patrol in the area.	Main St, Fishkill, NY 12524	Break-In
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to the ARC near Kent Road for a male mental health transport in the Town of Wappinger. Local fire district and sheriff's office units were involved.	Kent Rd, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews in New Hackensack respond to assist EMS with a reported 41-year-old man who is not breathing at a residence near Hilltop Drive and nearby cross streets.	Hilltop Dr, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical units were dispatched for a reported auto accident near East Main Street in the Wappingers area, with the location given close to the intersection with South Mesier Avenue and Myer Avenue.	E Main St, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to an automatic fire alarm at Spackenkill High School near Spackenkill Road in the Arlington area, where a general activation and a simultaneous burglar alarm were reported. Responding units later reported nothing visible at the scene.	Spackenkill Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders dispatched to Fun Max Adventure Park near Route 9 for a possible dislocated knee involving a six-year-old male.	US-9, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible fall injury involving an elderly female occurred near Boardman Road in Poughkeepsie, within a memory care unit common area.	Boardman Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603	Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price

$505,081

Average Rent

$2,391

Vacancy Rate

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview of Diddell

Diddell is a rural neighborhood in Wappingers Falls, NY, with a median home price of $505,081. The average rent is $2,391, which is lower than most New York neighborhoods.

Housing here is mostly small to medium single-family homes and apartments, many built between 1940 and 1999. The vacancy rate is exceptionally low at 0.0%, indicating tight housing supply.

RuralTight Housing MarketOlder HomesMixed Ownership

Quick Facts

Retiree-Friendly	Top 8.0% in New York

Housing market and real estate character

Diddell's housing stock consists mainly of small to medium single-family homes and apartments, with a mix of owners and renters.

Housing Age	Many homes built 1940-1969 and 1970-1999
Housing Type	Small to medium single-family homes and apartments

What buyers will notice right away

The zero vacancy rate suggests strong demand and limited supply.

Many homes are older, reflecting a well-established community.

Families and Lifestyle

Diddell is noted for its retiree-friendly environment and diverse household types.

Retirement Appeal — The neighborhood offers peace, safety, and diverse housing, attracting many college-educated seniors.

Retiree-Friendly Ranking	Top 8.0% in New York

Demographics

Executive, Management & Professional Occupations	35.9%
Clerical, Assistant & Tech Support	29.0%
Manufacturing & Laborer Occupations	22.0%
Sales & Service Jobs	13.1%
Arab Ancestry	5.7%
Italian Ancestry	22.7%
Persian Language Speakers	1.5%
Foreign Born	17.6%

Commute

Most residents have a short commute and primarily drive alone to work.

Diddell residents enjoy relatively short commutes with a majority driving alone, reflecting suburban or rural travel patterns.

Short Commutes — Over half of commuters spend 15 to 30 minutes traveling to work.

Car Dependency — Most residents rely on private vehicles, with some carpooling.

Commute Time 15-30 min	55.0%
Drive Alone	66.9%
Carpool	15.7%

Homes for sale near 12590

For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.

$2,200,000

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