Fairlawn Heights, Akron, OH
Is Fairlawn Heights a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe196
Medium266
Low296
Other854
44 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape5
Child involved14
Assault7
Other19
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, officers in Fairlawn respond to a report of a suspicious vehicle in a parking area on West Market Street and check two reported license plates. | W Market St, Fairlawn, OH 44333 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible welfare check for a man reportedly standing in the roadway and talking to himself near Medina Road and the I-77 area. The man was described as wearing a (description withheld) and carrying a (description withheld). | Medina Rd, Akron, OH 44321 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to reports of a man standing in the roadway and talking to himself near Dyer Road by the I-77 and Medina Road area. Units 282 and 267 located and contacted the man for a possible welfare check. | Medina Rd, Akron, OH 44321 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency may involve a child around six or seven years old near Raleigh Boulevard. Emergency units were requested as a precaution. | Raleigh Blvd, Akron, OH 44321 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, caller reported seeing via camera an unknown person drop off (name withheld) and drugs at a home on Raleigh Boulevard. Caller later returned and reported witnessing people doing lines of suspected cocaine off a plate. Caller said (name withheld) was not supposed to be there, then caller left and was unsure if anyone was still on scene. | Raleigh Blvd, Akron, OH 44321 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a business on West Market Street for a reported partial burglar alarm activation at the main entry door. | W Market St Bldg a suite 102, Fairlawn, OH 44333 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are closing Merriman Road at North Portage Path and Treaty Line due to downed wires and a reported fire, with multiple barricades requested. | Merriman Rd & N Portage Path, Akron, OH 44313 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to reports of wires down near a station on Merriman Road, with cross streets including North Portage Path and Treaty Line Road. Another call to Rocky Brook Drive was reported as false. | Merriman Rd, Akron, OH 44313 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible structure fire on Medina Road in the Wadsworth area, with fire units requested to respond. | Medina Rd, Akron, OH 44333 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire departments are providing mutual aid to Copley for a confirmed commercial fire at a restaurant on Medina Road. A tanker and an engine are being requested, and units are operating on a designated radio channel. | Medina Rd, Akron, OH 44333 | Fire |
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Median Home Price
$415,780
Average Rent
$1,178
Vacancy Rate
2.7%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Fairlawn Heights is a suburban neighborhood in Akron, Ohio, with a median home price of $415,780, higher than most Ohio neighborhoods.
Housing consists mainly of medium to large single-family homes and apartment complexes, mostly built between 1940 and 1999.
Vacancy is low at 2.7%, indicating strong housing demand.
The neighborhood has notable Lebanese and Greek ancestries and a unique linguistic presence of Portuguese speakers.
SuburbanUpper-Middle IncomeDiverse Ancestry
Quick Facts
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Fairlawn Heights offers mostly owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes and apartments, with a well-established housing stock.
| Housing Age | Many homes built between 1940 and 1999 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
| Housing Type | Medium to large single-family homes and apartment complexes |
What buyers will notice right away
Low vacancy rate indicates tight housing supply.
Homes mostly built mid to late 20th century.
Families & Lifestyle
Fairlawn Heights is an upper-middle income neighborhood with a high share of executive and professional occupations.
Professional Workforce — Majority employed in executive, management, and professional roles.
Low Child Poverty — No children live below the federal poverty line.
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Occupational Mix | 61.1% executive/professional, 19.2% sales/service, 10.8% manufacturing/labor, 8.9% clerical/support |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 61.1% |
|---|---|
| Top Ancestries | German (31.0%), Italian (12.3%), Irish (12.3%), English (11.8%), Scots-Irish (4.2%) |
| Unique Ancestries | Lebanese (2.6%), Greek (3.2%) |
| Languages Spoken | English (95.1%), Portuguese (1.3%) |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commutes and rely on private vehicles.
Fairlawn Heights residents typically have moderate commutes and mostly drive alone.
Moderate Commutes — Most commute 15-30 minutes, shorter than average nationwide.
Car Reliance — Majority drive alone, with some carpooling.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (40.1%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 71.3% |
| Carpool Rate | 7.4% |
Homes for sale near 44333
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Fairlawn Heights?
The median home price is $415,780, more expensive than most Ohio neighborhoods.
What is the child poverty rate?
The child poverty rate is 0.0%, lower than 100% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What unique ancestries are found here?
Lebanese and Greek ancestries are notably higher than in most U.S. neighborhoods.