Brook Park Southwest, Brook Park, OH
Is Brook Park Southwest a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe967
Medium1133
Low1932
Other3782
175 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape20
Child involved65
Assault24
Other74
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 suspicious person and truck reported near Parma Park Boulevard in Parma. A caller said someone was walking with a flashlight between two houses and that a truck with very bright lights was following them. Officers checked the area toward Pearl Road and it appears no one was found around the truck before they cleared the scene. | Parma Park Blvd, Parma, OH 44130 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer requested a report number for a gross sexual imposition (GSI) case reported near Riverside Dr in Cleveland. | Riverside Dr, Cleveland, OH 44135 | Sex-Related Incident |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a restaurant near Cascade Crossing for a reported audible burglary alarm coming from the kitchen area. Zone three units were assigned to handle the possible break-in. | Cascade Crossing, Brooklyn, OH 44144 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police were dispatched to a possible domestic assault reported by a woman near West 130th Street in Cleveland. She said her husband and his brother tried to assault her and that she defended herself. Someone in the background claimed she stabbed someone with a knife, while she reported being punched and pushed and admitted grabbing a steak knife but said no one was cut. The others reportedly left on foot, and EMS was declined. | W 130th St, Cleveland, OH 44135 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were asked to check a possible suspicious situation near West 139th Street in Cleveland involving a dispatched call to a unit. | W 139th St, Cleveland, OH | Suspicious Persons |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible suspicious persons incident near Emory Drive in Brook Park, where the caller said two tall males with flashlights returned to the home and were seen in the backyard after officers had previously left the area. | Emory Dr, Brook Park, OH 44142 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded near Rocky River Drive by a retail store and a nearby shelter for a possible traffic hazard. A black SUV had reportedly struck a fence behind the store and was left running with no one inside. The male driver was said to have run away on foot. Officers located a Hyundai Tucson with a reported stolen license plate and a broken ignition collar. | Rocky River Dr, Cleveland, OH 44135 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were asked to check a possible damage hazard on Rocky River Drive while heading toward the district. | Rocky River Dr, Cleveland, OH | Road Closure |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received an open-line call from a woman near Columbia Square reporting that someone stole her debit card. Background noise suggested a possible disturbance or fight before the call disconnected. | Columbia Square, North Olmsted, OH 44070 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to reports of large fireworks being set off near I-71, possibly involving a dark SUV last seen traveling westbound near a community college in Cleveland. | I-71, Cleveland, OH | Disturbance |
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Median Home Price
$219,240
Average Rent
$1,741
Vacancy Rate
2.9%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Brook Park Southwest is a suburban neighborhood in Brook Park, Ohio, with a median home price of $219,240 and average rent of $1,741. It is moderately priced compared to other Ohio neighborhoods.
The housing stock mainly consists of medium to small single-family homes and townhomes, mostly built between 1940 and 1999. Owner occupancy is common, and vacancy rates are low at 2.9%.
The neighborhood has a diverse ancestry including German, Irish, Italian, Polish, and English. Linguistically, 9.6% primarily speak Polish at home, a rate higher than 98.0% of neighborhoods nationwide.
SuburbanOwner OccupiedLow Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Drive Alone Commute | 90.7% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Brook Park Southwest's housing is mostly owner occupied, with many homes built between 1940 and 1999. The neighborhood has a low vacancy rate indicating strong demand.
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
|---|---|
| Housing Age (1940-1969) | |
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family homes and townhomes |
What buyers will notice right away
Many homes are older but well-maintained, reflecting a stable housing stock.
Low vacancy rates suggest good market interest and potential for price stability.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a diverse occupational mix with a strong presence of executives and sales workers.
Car-Dependent — High drive-alone commute rates reflect reliance on private vehicles.
| Executive & Professional Employment | 37.3% |
|---|---|
| Sales & Service Employment | 29.5% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Lower-middle income |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 14.3% |
| Top Ancestries | ["German (25.3%)","Irish (17.4%)","Italian (15.5%)","Polish (6.7%)","English (6.1%)"] |
| Top Languages | ["English (92.6%)","Polish (9.6%)","Spanish"] |
Commute
Most residents drive alone to work, with many commuting between 15 and 30 minutes.
Brook Park Southwest is highly car-dependent with a short to moderate commute time.
High Solo Driving — Over 90% drive alone to work, among the highest nationally.
Short Commutes — Most residents have commutes under 30 minutes.
| Drive Alone Rate | 90.7% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 6.7% |
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Brook Park Southwest?
The median home price is $219,240, more expensive than 42.8% of Ohio neighborhoods.
How do most residents commute?
90.7% drive alone to work, a rate higher than 97.8% of U.S. neighborhoods.