Pigeon Creek, Akron, OH
Is Akron, OH (Pigeon Creek) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe94
Medium104
Low86
Other425
32 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape1
Child involved14
Assault6
Other13
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 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, wadsworth EMS Station One is dispatched to a location on Winding Way in Wadsworth for a patient reported to be unresponsive but breathing. | Winding Way, Wadsworth, OH 44281 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving a male in his 70s who fell was reported near Medina Road at Story Point, room (number withheld). Sharon Rescue squad was requested for a second call. | Medina Rd, Medina, OH 44256 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a possible AI-generated call from an unknown male threatening the hotel manager at a hotel on Montrose West Avenue in Akron. The caller said he was going there and that there would be trouble. Officers were requested to follow up to identify the caller or obtain a callback number. | Montrose W Ave, Akron, OH 44321 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported two-vehicle crash near the 1700 block of Medina Road. A man in a Subaru said he was hit hard and requested medical evaluation. Units from Sharon, Granger, and the sheriff’s medic service were dispatched, and radio traffic was moved to a tactical channel. A separate call involved an 87-year-old woman with apparent stroke symptoms on Kennard Road. | Medina Rd, Medina, OH 44256 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers report a commercial fire alarm at a school facility on Briarthorn Crescent Drive in Wadsworth. Fire units are requested to respond to the location. | Briarthorn Crescent Dr, Wadsworth, OH 44281 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services were dispatched to a medical alarm activation near Weatherstone Drive in Wadsworth. | Weatherstone Dr, Wadsworth, OH 44281 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$423,108
Average Rent
$3,149
Vacancy Rate
2.3%
Overview
Pigeon Creek is a rural neighborhood in Akron, Ohio, with mostly medium to large single-family homes and apartments.
The median home price is $423,108, higher than 82.6% of Ohio neighborhoods, and the vacancy rate is low at 2.3%, indicating tight housing supply.
Upper Middle IncomeLow VacancyRetiree Friendly
Quick Facts
| Population Density | Rural |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Pigeon Creek's housing market is tight with mostly owner-occupied medium to large homes built between 1940 and 1999.
| Housing Age | Built mostly 1940-1969 and 1970-1999 |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to large single-family homes and apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited supply.
Homes mostly built mid-20th century, reflecting a mature community.
Families & Lifestyle
Pigeon Creek is popular with retirees and educated professionals, offering a quiet and safe environment.
Retiree Friendly — Ranked more retiree-friendly than 95.5% of Ohio neighborhoods due to safety and housing options.
Professional Workforce — High share of executives and professionals supports a vibrant community.
| Executive, Management & Professional | 57.2% |
|---|---|
| Sales & Service | 20.9% |
| Manufacturing & Laborer | 13.9% |
| Clerical & Tech Support | 8.0% |
Demographics
| Per Capita Income | |
|---|---|
| Top Ancestries | German (26.7%), English (13.4%), Italian (10.6%), Irish (9.2%), Hungarian (5.8%) |
| Languages Spoken | English (97.3%) |
Commute
Most residents have short to moderate commutes, primarily driving alone.
Pigeon Creek residents mostly drive alone with relatively short commutes, reflecting local employment patterns.
Short Commutes — 36.4% commute between 15 and 30 minutes.
Car Ownership — High reliance on private vehicles with 83.1% driving alone.
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 83.1% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Pigeon Creek?
$423,108, more expensive than 82.6% of Ohio neighborhoods.
How low is the vacancy rate?
2.3%, lower than 83.5% of US neighborhoods, indicating tight housing supply.