Town Center / Atwater Center, Atwater, OH
Is Town Center / Atwater Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe9
Medium8
Low22
Other74
16 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape2
Child involved7
Assault1
Other7
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a home near Stroup Road after someone there reportedly texted 911 and did not respond to follow-up messages from dispatch. | Stroup Rd, Atwater, OH 44201 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a walk-in medical case involving low blood pressure was reported at a fire station near Station St. The patient may be associated with a location referred to as (number withheld). | Station St, Atwater, OH 44201 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS is requested to assist a 67-year-old female near Porter Road in Atwater experiencing abdominal pain and vomiting. | Porter Rd, Atwater, OH 44201 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a car-versus-motorcycle crash near routes 224 and 183, with medical squads and two sheriff’s office units responding; units report en route and later on scene. | US-224 & OH-183, Atwater, OH 44201 | Traffic |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported crash involving a car and a motorcycle near the intersection of US-224 and OH-183. The male from the motorcycle was said to be in the back seat of a pickup truck when units arrived or were en route. | US-224 & OH-183, Atwater, OH 44201 | Traffic |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, marlboro Fire responded to a medical emergency near Allen Drive involving a woman with a urinary tract infection. | Allen Dr NE, Alliance, OH 44601 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible medical emergency involving an unresponsive man, along with a lookout for a black Dodge pickup truck last seen traveling from Prospect Street toward Wilson Avenue in Atwater Township. | Wilson Ave & Prospect St, Atwater, OH 44201 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were sent to a home near Prospect Street in Atwater for a report of an unresponsive adult man in a yard or driveway, with CPR reportedly in progress by someone on scene. | Prospect St, Atwater, OH 44201 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a report of a suspicious vehicle inside a gated area. The vehicle is first described as a black Chevy SUV, then as a black Dodge pickup truck possibly heading toward Wilson Avenue, with units trying to locate it. | Wilson Ave, Atwater, OH 44201 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers requested medical aid for a woman in Atwater who was reportedly having possible agonal breathing and turning cyanotic. Crews from Atwater and Marlboro were sent to a location on Porter Road, with additional manpower requested due to an extended ambulance arrival time from the hospital. | Porter Rd, Atwater, OH 44201 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$229,072
Average Rent
$1,109
Vacancy Rate
10.8%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Town Center / Atwater Center is a remote neighborhood in Atwater, Ohio, with mostly medium to large single-family homes built between 1940 and 1969.
The neighborhood has a very low childhood poverty rate and a high concentration of manufacturing and farming occupations, reflecting its unique cultural character.
RemoteEstablished HomesManufacturing HubLow Childhood Poverty
Quick Facts
| Drive Alone Commute | 92.0% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing here is mostly owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes, many built between 1940 and 1969.
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1940-1969, some before 1940 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | Majority owner occupied |
What buyers will notice right away
Homes are well-established and older, reflecting a mature neighborhood.
Vacancy rate is above average but not extreme, indicating some availability.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a very low childhood poverty rate and a strong manufacturing workforce.
Low childhood poverty supports family stability.
High manufacturing and farming employment shapes the local culture.
Blue-Collar Community — Strong presence of manufacturing and farming jobs defines the neighborhood's character.
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing Employment | 44.6% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Moderate income |
|---|---|
| Occupations | 44.6% manufacturing/laborer, 23.7% sales/service, 14.7% executive/professional, 13.1% clerical/support |
| German Ancestry | 43.0% |
| Irish Ancestry | 24.4% |
| Top Languages | English (99.7%) |
Commute
Most residents drive alone to work, with typical commute times shorter than average.
Town Center / Atwater Center is highly car-dependent with a majority driving alone, reflecting typical suburban commuting patterns.
High Solo Driving — Most residents rely on private vehicles for commuting.
Short Commutes — Many have commutes under 30 minutes, shorter than average.
| Drive Alone Rate | 92.0% |
|---|---|
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes for 47.6% of workers |
Homes for sale near 44201
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Town Center / Atwater Center affordable?
Median home price is moderate, more expensive than 44.1% of Ohio neighborhoods.
What is the childhood poverty rate?
It is very low at 0.0%, lower than all U.S. neighborhoods.
What are common occupations?
High concentration in manufacturing and farming jobs.