Akron, Ohio Neighborhood

Is Highland Square West a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore
58

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe630
Medium717
Low1182
Other4305

319 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape85
Child involved84
Assault47
Other126

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime dateCrime descriptionAddressCrime category
Jul 16, 2026As 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 44307Disturbance
Jul 16, 2026As 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 44302Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As 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 44221Suspicious Activity
Jul 16, 2026As 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 44313Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As 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 44314Suspicious Activity
Jul 16, 2026As 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 44307Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As 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 44314Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As 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 44333Break-In
Jul 16, 2026As 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 44307Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As 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 44306Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price
$188,264
Average Rent
$1,209
Vacancy Rate
9%

Neighborhood Overview

Highland Square West is an urban neighborhood in Akron, Ohio, known for its high concentration of historic homes built before 1940.

The median home price is $188,264, making it more affordable than most Ohio neighborhoods, with a balanced mix of owners and renters.

UrbanHistoric HomesAffordable Housing

Quick Facts

Historic Homes68.9% built 1939 or earlier

Housing market and real estate character

The housing stock in Highland Square West features mostly small to medium single-family homes and small apartment buildings, with a mix of owners and renters.

Owner Occupied Rate
Housing TypeMedium to small single-family homes and small apartments
Historic Home Share68.9%

What buyers will notice right away

Median home prices are below Ohio's median, making it accessible for first-time buyers.
High concentration of homes built before 1940 offers unique restoration opportunities.

Families & Lifestyle

The neighborhood has a diverse population with a mix of family types and income levels.

Diverse Occupations — Residents work in executive, clerical, manufacturing, and sales roles.
Cultural Diversity — Languages spoken include English, Italian, and Polish.
Children Below Poverty Line48.2%
Executive/Professional Occupations34.5%

Demographics

Executive/Professional Share34.5%
Income LevelLower-middle income
Top LanguagesEnglish (98.2%), Italian, Polish
Top AncestriesGerman (25.7%), Irish (9.8%), African (8.7%), English (7.6%)

Commute

Most residents have short commutes and rely on private vehicles.

Highland Square West offers some of the shortest commute times in the U.S., with most residents driving alone or carpooling.

Short Commutes — 40.3% of residents commute under 15 minutes.
Car Ownership — Majority rely on private cars, with significant carpooling.
Commute Time Under 15 Minutes40.3%
Drive Alone Rate61.7%
Carpool Rate15.0%

Homes for sale near 44303

For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.

$249,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,036 sqft
44303 Delaire Landing Rd #303-00
Philadelphia, PA, 19114
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$139,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,334 sqft
275 N Portage Path APT 6C
Akron, OH, 44303
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are homes in Highland Square West historic?

Yes, 68.9% of homes were built in 1939 or earlier.

Is Highland Square West affordable?

Median home prices are below the Ohio median, making it accessible for many buyers.

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