Ashtabula, Ohio Neighborhood

Is Ashtabula North a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore
54

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe43
Medium58
Low57
Other403

74 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape11
Child involved22
Assault9
Other37

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, dispatch reports a possible injury crash involving an electric bike near Center Road in Ashtabula. One man was found lying on the side of the road, described as conscious and alert.Center Rd, Ashtabula, OH 44004Traffic
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a report of a possible domestic assault at a residence near Hillcrest Avenue in Ashtabula. A caller said a man forced his way inside and started fighting with her. Weapons were unknown, and multiple units responded after learning the man reportedly had several warrants, including one from Lake County within pickup range.Hillcrest Ave, Ashtabula, OH 44004Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported disturbance at a gas station on North Ridge Road East in Ashtabula, where windshield washer fluid had apparently been thrown across the front of the station. A caller stated her husband had been attacked but later declined further assistance and ended the call.N Ridge Rd E, Ashtabula, OH 44004Disturbance
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, medical responders were dispatched near North Ridge Road East for a male with low blood sugar.N Ridge Rd E, Ashtabula, OH 44004Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, south Central Ambulance is dispatched to a Jefferson Road apartment after a medical alarm pendant is activated, with a report of a patient bleeding from the head.Jefferson Rd, Ashtabula, OH 44004Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to an upstairs apartment near W Prospect Rd in Saybrook Township for a 64-year-old woman with an unknown medical issue; dispatch also reported she was suicidal. A mutual aid squad was requested.W Prospect Rd, Ashtabula, OH 44004Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services responded to a call for an elderly woman feeling weak and ill near Austinburg Road.Austinburg Rd, Ashtabula, OH 44004Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS is dispatched to an apparent medical emergency involving a woman reportedly bleeding from the rectum at an apartment on North Bend Road in Ashtabula.N Bend Rd, Ashtabula, OH 44004Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS is dispatched to a unit near North Bend Road in Ashtabula for a male reportedly bleeding from the rectum.N Bend Rd, Ashtabula, OH 44004Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a baby having a seizure near C Court Number (number withheld) at the Donahue Center, Lake Erie Recovery in Ashtabula Township.C Ct, Ashtabula, OH 44004Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price
$130,196
Average Rent
$1,446
Vacancy Rate
14.3%

Ashtabula North Overview

Ashtabula North is a suburban neighborhood in Ashtabula, Ohio, with a median home price of $130,196 and average rent of $1,446. Housing includes medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings, many built before 1940.

The neighborhood has a high vacancy rate of 14.3%, above average nationally, and a strong manufacturing employment base. It is a low-income area with a high childhood poverty rate.

SuburbanMixed TenureHistoric Homes

Quick Facts

Manufacturing Employment47.7%

Housing market and real estate character

Ashtabula North's housing stock is mostly medium to small single-family homes and small apartments, many built before 1940. The neighborhood has a high vacancy rate and a mix of owners and renters.

Housing TypeMedium to small single-family and small apartments
Built Before 1940Many residences
TenureMixed owner and renter occupied

What buyers will notice right away

Many homes built before 1940 offer historic character.
Vacancy rate is high at 14.3%, above most U.S. neighborhoods.

Families & Lifestyle

Ashtabula North has a strong manufacturing workforce and a high divorce rate. It is a low-income neighborhood with significant childhood poverty.

Manufacturing Hub — Nearly half the workforce is in manufacturing and laborer jobs.
Economic Challenges — Low income with a high rate of childhood poverty and divorce.
Manufacturing Employment47.7%
Divorce Rate20.9%
Children Below Poverty Line40.2%

Demographics

Manufacturing and Laborer Occupations47.7%
Income LevelLow income
Finnish Ancestry1.1%
Other AncestriesItalian 16.2%, German 12.6%, Mexican 11.3%, English 5.5%, Irish 5.5%
Languages SpokenEnglish 86.3%, Spanish, Polish, Chinese

Commute

Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone to work, with some carpooling.

Ashtabula North residents benefit from very short commutes and high car usage, typical of suburban areas.

Very Short Commutes — 63.9% of commuters spend under 15 minutes traveling to work.
Car Dependency — Majority drive alone, with a notable share carpooling.
Main Commute TimeUnder 15 minutes
Drive Alone Rate83.1%
Carpool Rate12.2%

Homes for sale near 44004

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$279,900
4 bd | 3 ba | 1,974 sqft
5126 Chestnut Hill Dr
Ashtabula, OH, 44004
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$229,900
2 bd | 2 ba | 960 sqft
6035 Lake Rd W APT 423
Ashtabula, OH, 44004
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$1,000,000
10 bd | 8 ba | 10,136 sqft
1325 Bunker Hill Rd
Ashtabula, OH, 44004
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Ashtabula North?

The median home price is $130,196.

What is the vacancy rate?

The vacancy rate is 14.3%, higher than most U.S. neighborhoods.

What languages are commonly spoken?

English is spoken by 86.3% of households, with Spanish, Polish, and Chinese also common.

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