Watervliet Northwest Neighborhood
Is Watervliet Northwest a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe458
Medium472
Low699
Other2294
151 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape55
Child involved52
Assault4
Other50
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, a medical call was dispatched to an address near Shaker Run, Santa Creek Road, and Shaker Apartments in Colonie Village. | Shaker Run, Colonie, NY 12205 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services responded to a possible medical emergency involving a female person near Manor Site Apartments close to William Street in Cohoes. | Manor Sites, Cohoes, NY 12047 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received reports of a possible street drug transaction near Church Street in Troy. Two people were reportedly seen walking away on foot, and deputies were sent to check the area. | Church St, Troy, NY 12180 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers requested for a welfare check near Manor Sites after a friend reported a 25-year-old (name withheld) may be suicidal, has a mental health history, and is not answering the phone. | Manor Sites, Cohoes, NY 12047 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducts a possible traffic stop on Broadway near 1st Street involving a Lincoln vehicle, possibly a gray CR-V, with a specific license plate reported. | 1st St & Broadway, Watervliet, NY 12189 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a 911 hang-up from northbound I-90 near mile marker 136.2 in Albany. Follow-up information from Albany County reported a possible road-rage incident involving an erratic tractor-trailer that was allegedly trying to run the caller’s vehicle off the road. | I-90, Albany, NY | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a caller on Continental Avenue saying his grandson is missing after not returning by the expected time. Officers are asked to check both the caller’s residence and a possible location on Main Street. | Continental Ave Apt 2R, Cohoes, NY 12047 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving a female who appeared to have a head injury after falling from a bicycle near Bridge Avenue and Second Street. Emergency medical services responded and authorities investigated. It was determined not to be an assault. | 2nd St & Bridge Ave, Cohoes, NY 12047 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS and police responded to the area of Bridge Avenue and Second Street in Cohoes for a reported 18-year-old woman bleeding from the head. The call was treated as a high-priority medical emergency and the patient was transported to Samaritan Hospital. | 2nd St & Bridge Ave, Cohoes, NY 12047 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched near Broadway to a senior female with wrist and hand pain. Initial alpha response is underway. | Broadway, Watervliet, NY 12189 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$472,514
Average Rent
$1,465
Vacancy Rate
5.8%
Watervliet Northwest Overview
Watervliet Northwest is a suburban neighborhood in Watervliet, NY, with a median home price of $472,514, more expensive than 37.0% of New York neighborhoods.
The housing stock includes single-family homes and apartments built mostly between 1970 and 1999, with some from 1940 to 1969. The vacancy rate is 5.8%, indicating moderate housing availability.
SuburbanUpper-Middle IncomeDiverse LanguagesGovernment Employment
Quick Facts
| Foreign Born Rate | 20.8% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The neighborhood features a mix of owner-occupied and rental housing, mostly built between 1970 and 1999, with some older homes.
| Vacancy Rate | 5.8% |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Built mostly 1970-1999, some 1940-1969 |
| Housing Type | Single-family homes and apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy rate suggests steady demand with some availability.
Homes are mostly from late 20th century with some mid-century builds.
Families and Lifestyle
Watervliet Northwest is an upper-middle income neighborhood with diverse languages and a strong government worker presence.
High government employment suggests stable jobs.
Diverse languages and ancestries contribute to cultural richness.
Diverse Community — Languages include English, Indian languages, Chinese, and Spanish.
Stable Employment — Significant government workforce presence.
| Government Employment | 13.4% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 4.0% |
Demographics and Culture
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 53.4% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Higher than 81.7% of US neighborhoods |
| Foreign Born Rate | 20.8 |
| Top Languages | ["English (76.4%)","Languages of India (4.2%)","Chinese","Spanish"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Irish (18.8%)","Asian (18.1%)","Italian (14.4%)","German (12.9%)","English (11.1%)","Dutch (4.8%)","Ukrainian (2.0%)"] |
Commute Patterns
Most residents drive alone with commute times shorter than average Americans.
Watervliet Northwest residents mostly drive alone with manageable commute durations.
Car Ownership — Car ownership is common and useful for commuting.
Commute Duration — Most spend 15 to 30 minutes commuting, shorter than average.
| Drive Alone Rate | 78.3 |
|---|---|
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (54.8%) |
Homes for sale near 12110
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Watervliet Northwest?
The median home price is $472,514.
How common are government jobs here?
13.4% of workers are employed by government, higher than 95.9% of US neighborhoods.
What languages are spoken?
English is most common, with significant speakers of Indian languages, Chinese, and Spanish.