
Is Allentown / Alma a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Wellsville, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
13 Registered Offenders Nearby
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, dispatch received a report of a possible domestic assault at a residence near Willard St in the Village of Belmont. The caller (name withheld) reported her husband pushed her down the stairs. The husband reportedly left the area in a white 2011 Honda two-door sedan with New York registration (number withheld). Caller requested a silent approach. | Willard St, Belmont, NY 14813 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded near Merriam Heights for an elderly woman with a nosebleed. | Merriam Heights Apartment 107, Wellsville, NY 14895 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a 37-year-old woman with chest pain appears to require medical transport near Niles Hill Road at The Arc. | O'Connor St, Wellsville, NY 14895 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call for a 37-year-old female experiencing chest pains near Niles Hill Road. Medical transport ALS dispatched with unit MCS 808 responding. | Niles Hill Rd, Wellsville, NY 14895 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a tractor-trailer smoking heavily near the State Route 19 eastbound on-ramp to I-86. Belmont Fire and Amity Rescue are requested, and Belmont Fire and EMS are later asked to stand by while a unit checks a possible vehicle fire. A separate medical call involves a 37-year-old woman with chest pain at a location on Niles Hill Road. | NY-19, Belmont, NY | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to Manor Hills Special Care near Bolivar Road for a female patient with sickle cell episodes in room (number withheld). | 4192-B Bolivar Rd, Wellsville, NY 14895 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews and an ambulance responded to a report of a grill on fire on a porch on South Brooklyn Avenue in Wellsville, with radio traffic indicating the porch was also catching fire. Command later advised that no mutual aid fire units were needed and recalled all nonlocal responding units. | S Brooklyn Ave, Wellsville, NY 14895 | Fire |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported mulch fire outside a daycare near North Main Street in Wellsville. Staff had evacuated the building and moved everyone to a safe area while trying to put out smoking mulch that appeared to be burning underneath. Responding units later reported nothing showing while they investigated. | N Main St, Wellsville, NY 14895 | Fire |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving an elderly female with difficulty breathing was reported near Baldwin Road lot B. Emergency medical services were dispatched. | Baldwin Rd B, Wellsville, NY 14895 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a seventy-one year old female is being transported from Highland Healthcare A wing to Olean for a psychiatric evaluation. Wellsville ambulance responded to the second call at this location. | Highland Pl, Wellsville, NY 14895 | Medical Emergency |
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Overview
Allentown / Alma is a remote neighborhood in Wellsville, NY, known for its affordable housing and historic homes mostly built before 1939 and some between 1970 and 1999.
The neighborhood has a high vacancy rate of 22.2%, with many seasonally occupied homes (15.4%), which may affect year-round occupancy and community dynamics.
Quick Facts
| Remote Neighborhood | Yes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Allentown / Alma mainly consists of small to medium single-family homes and mobile homes, with most properties owner occupied.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Most homes owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Single-family homes and mobile homes |
| Housing Age | Many homes built before 1939; some between 1970-1999 |
| Seasonally Occupied | 15.4% |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood features a diverse community with a mix of occupations and languages spoken at home.
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 43.9% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing & Laborer Occupations | 23.7% |
| Sales & Service Occupations | 19.4% |
| Clerical & Tech Support Occupations | 11.7% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Share | 43.9% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Below average |
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 10.6% |
| Top Languages | English (98.3%), Italian, Polish |
| Top Ancestries | German (20.8%), Irish (17.1%), English (14.1%), Russian (5.1%), Dutch (2.8%) |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone to work.
Allentown / Alma residents benefit from short commute times and high rates of solo driving, reflecting a car-dependent but convenient neighborhood.
| Commute Time Under 15 Minutes | 47.6% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 87.5% |
| Carpool Rate | 6.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Allentown / Alma?
The median home price is $140,363, which is less expensive than 94.1% of New York neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is spoken by 98.3% of households, with Italian and Polish also common.
What is the vacancy rate?
The vacancy rate is 22.2%, higher than 90.1% of U.S. neighborhoods.