Bowling Green Southwest, Bowling Green, OH
Is Bowling Green Southwest a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe58
Medium69
Low137
Other414
34 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape4
Child involved9
Assault1
Other20
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, a counselor at a church camp requested an officer to meet at a pavilion near McDonald Hall to discuss a report that an unknown man may have inappropriately touched a minor female earlier at the Stroh Center. | Ridge St, Bowling Green, OH 43403 | Sex-Related Incident |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews treated a 77-year-old man with chest pain and numbness in his left arm near West Wooster Street in Bowling Green and transported him to Wood County Hospital. | W Wooster St, Bowling Green, OH 43402 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were notified of a large turtle in the roadway in the 1500 block of Clough Street near a hotel and residential entrance. The animal was reportedly struck by a vehicle, was still alive but badly injured, and people nearby requested help moving it out of the road. | Clough St, Bowling Green, OH 43402 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conduct a traffic stop at East Wooster Street and Dunbridge Road involving a red Subaru with a reported license plate number. | S Dunbridge Rd & E Wooster St, Bowling Green, OH 43402 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Main Street and Dixie Highway involving a red Subaru with an older license plate. Records checks noted the driver was an adult male with a concealed carry permit and corrective lenses. During the same period, officers were advised of an apparent injured turtle in the roadway near a hotel entrance and nearby neighborhood, with a crowd requesting assistance moving it from the road. | S Main St & N Dixie Hwy, Bowling Green, OH 43402 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a suspicious person report on Troop Street near the 200 block, where a caller said a man went to several front doors, briefly entered one home, and knocked on her door before walking toward Scott Hamilton. The man was later cited for suspected soliciting without a permit under a local ordinance. | Troup Ave, Bowling Green, OH 43402 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a reported smoke detector activation in a room at Kohl Hall on the university campus in Bowling Green, Ohio. | Kohl Hall, 921 E Wooster St, Bowling Green, OH 43402 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a couple of intoxicated men passed out on a bench in front of a convenience store on North Main Street in Bowling Green. | N Main St, Bowling Green, OH 43402 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers in Bowling Green located a disabled Ford Explorer towing a U-Haul trailer on the Route 6 northbound overpass and arranged for the next available tow truck. | US-6, Bowling Green, OH | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop involving a tanker truck traveling northbound on highway 72 and ran both an Indiana trailer plate and an apparent Ohio license plate for checks. | Bowling Green, OH 43402 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$326,795
Average Rent
$1,582
Vacancy Rate
6.2%
Overview
Bowling Green Southwest is a rural neighborhood in Bowling Green, Ohio, with mostly owner-occupied medium to small single-family homes and townhomes.
Many homes were built between 1970 and 1999, with some from 1940 to 1969. The vacancy rate is 6.2%, near the national median.
RuralRetiree-FriendlyOwner Occupied
Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 6.2% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The neighborhood features a mix of medium to small single-family homes and townhomes, with most housing owner occupied and built mostly between 1970 and 1999.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many homes built 1970-1999, some 1940-1969 |
What buyers will notice right away
Peaceful, safe, and diverse housing options attract active retirees.
Most homes built in late 20th century, offering established community feel.
Families & Lifestyle
Bowling Green Southwest is highly retiree-friendly and also suitable for college students, with a peaceful and safe environment.
The neighborhood's safety, housing diversity, and educated senior population support retiree lifestyles.
It also attracts college students, adding to its demographic mix.
Retiree Friendly — Quiet and safe with amenities suited for active retirees.
Student Friendly — Offers housing options attractive to college students.
| Retiree-Friendly Rank in Ohio | Top 4.4% |
|---|
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 48.3% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Middle income |
| Child Poverty Rate | 8.8% |
| Top Ancestries | German (37.3%), English (14.4%), Irish (9.8%), Polish (6.5%), French (6.1%) |
| Top Languages | English (93.3%), Polish (5.0%) |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with one of the shortest commute times in the U.S.
Bowling Green Southwest features short, car-dependent commutes.
Car Ownership — High drive-alone rates reflect reliance on private vehicles.
Commute Duration — Nearly half of residents commute under 15 minutes one-way.
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 83.3% |
| Carpool Rate | 6.0% |
Homes for sale near 43402
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$53,300
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,216 sqft
535 W Gypsy Lane Rd Lot 291
Bowling Green, OH, 43402
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bowling Green Southwest good for retirees?
Yes, it ranks in the top 4.4% retiree-friendly neighborhoods in Ohio with a peaceful and safe environment.
What is the median home price?
The median home price is $326,795, more expensive than 66.5% of Ohio neighborhoods.