
Is Highland Square a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Akron, Ohio - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
319 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, officers responded to a hospital emergency room parking lot after security reported a man flailing his arms outside. The man had not gone inside the emergency room, and officers made contact with him near the entrance doors. | Akron General Ave, Akron, OH 44307 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to Byers Avenue near Ack Fowler Senior High Rise, close to Payne Avenue and West Market Street in Cuyahoga Falls. | Byers Ave & Payne Ave, Akron, OH 44302 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched for a welfare check at a Circle K on 4th Street after a caller reported the store should be closed but its lights were still on and cars were driving slowly in the area. | 4th St, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched for a sick person near Rocky Brook Drive and Moonless Trail. | Rocky Brook Dr, Akron, OH 44313 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible suspicious person near South Collinwood after a caller saw someone flashing a flashlight through their basement window. | South St, Akron, OH 44314 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medics were sent to an apartment building on Locust Street for a possible overdose or poisoning. | Locust St, Akron, OH 44307 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a psychiatric medical emergency was reported near East Avenue close to Lakewood Boulevard and National Avenue in Akron. | East Ave, Akron, OH 44314 | Medical Emergency |
| 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 medical services are responding to a sick person near White Avenue between Trestle Avenue and Fifth Avenue. | White Ave, Akron, OH 44307 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a reported animal bite near Fifth Avenue, close to Ross Street and Maxon Drive in Akron. | 5th Ave, Akron, OH 44306 | Medical Emergency |
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Neighborhood Overview
Highland Square is an urban neighborhood in Akron, Ohio, with a median home price of $229,175, moderately priced within the state.
The area features a mix of small to medium single-family homes and apartments, many built before 1940, with a moderate vacancy rate.
Quick Facts
| Historic Homes | 55.9% built no later than 1939 |
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Housing market and real estate character
Highland Square's housing includes small to medium single-family homes and apartment complexes, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Housing Type | Small to medium single-family homes and apartments |
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What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
Highland Square is affordable for first-time home buyers and features a diverse occupational mix.
| First-Time Home Buyer Ranking | Top 9.3% in Ohio |
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| Childhood Poverty Rate | 6.3% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 57.9% |
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| Sales and Service Occupations | 23.9% |
| Manufacturing and Laborer Occupations | 13.1% |
| English Speakers | 97.3% of households |
| Polish Speakers | 4.3% |
| Croatian Ancestry | 1.8% |
| Lebanese Ancestry | 2.0% |
| Greek Speakers | 1.1% |
| Top Ancestries | German (23.4%), Irish (14.0%), English (10.3%), Italian (9.1%), Scottish (5.6%) |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes, with many driving alone or carpooling.
Highland Square offers short commutes and a mix of solo and carpool driving.
| Drive Alone Rate | 72.1% |
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| Carpool Rate | 6.4% |
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Highland Square?
The median home price is $229,175.
Are there many historic homes in Highland Square?
Yes, 55.9% of homes were built no later than 1939.