Southampton, NY — Accident Reports & Safety Information
Traffic accident reports, road safety data, emergency resources, and legal information for Southampton, Suffolk County, New York.
Overview
- Type
- Village
- County
- Suffolk County
- Population
- 4,000
- ZIP Codes
- 11968
- Coordinates
- 40.8843°N, 72.3893°W
Emergency Resources
Hospitals
- Stony Brook Southampton Hospital — 240 Meeting House Ln, Southampton, NY 11968 | (631) 726-8200
Police
- Southampton Town Police Department — 110 Old Riverhead Rd, Hampton Bays, NY 11946 | (631) 728-3400
- Southampton Village Police Department — 70 Leland Ln, Southampton, NY 11968 | (631) 283-0056
Courts
- Southampton Town Justice Court — 23 Main St, Southampton, NY 11968 | (631) 283-6000
- Southampton Village Justice Court — 23 Main St, Southampton, NY 11968 | (631) 283-0247
- Suffolk County Supreme Court — 1 Court St, Riverhead, NY 11901 | (631) 852-2332
Major Roads Through Southampton
- Montauk Highway
- Sunrise Highway
- North Sea Road
- County Road 39
Recent Incidents
Live incident data coming soon.
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Accident Statistics
Historical accident statistics coming soon.
Data is sourced from NYSDOT and local police reports.
Seasonal Hazards
Winter
Black ice on local roads, reduced visibility during nor'easters. Allow extra stopping distance on bridges and overpasses.
Spring
Flooding risk on low-lying roads after heavy rain. Watch for road debris following winter storms.
Summer
Increased beach traffic on weekends. Pedestrian activity near parks and commercial areas peaks July–August.
Fall
Wet leaves create slippery road surfaces. Reduced daylight increases risk during evening rush hour.
Safety Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do after a car accident in Southampton, NY?
Call 911 immediately. Within the village, Southampton Village Police will respond; outside the village, Southampton Town Police handles the response. Document the scene with photos and gather witness information. File a police report and notify your insurer. Southampton has its own town and village police departments, not SCPD.
Which roads are most dangerous in Southampton?
County Road 39 between Sunrise Highway and the village is one of the most dangerous roads on the East End, particularly during summer weekends when traffic volumes overwhelm the two-lane road. Montauk Highway through the village center sees pedestrian conflicts from the shopping district. North Sea Road handles heavy north-south traffic with limited capacity.
Where is the nearest hospital to Southampton?
Stony Brook Southampton Hospital is located within the village at 240 Meeting House Lane and provides full emergency services. It is the primary medical facility for the East End of Long Island. For the most severe trauma cases, Stony Brook University Hospital is approximately one hour west.