Brook Park West, OH
Is Brook Park West 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
$268,281
Average Rent
$1,369
Vacancy Rate
5.8%
Overview
Brook Park West is a rural neighborhood in Brook Park, Ohio, with a median home price of $268,281, higher than 57.3% of Ohio neighborhoods.
Average rents are $1,369, lower than 64.8% of Ohio neighborhoods, and vacancy rates are moderate at 5.8%.
Housing stock is mostly older, built between 1940 and 1999, with a mix of single-family homes and apartments.
The community has notable Ukrainian and Russian ancestries and a significant Polish-speaking population.
RuralAffordable RentOlder HomesDiverse Ancestry
Quick Facts
| Polish Language | 8.5% speak at home |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Brook Park West features a mix of medium to small single-family homes and apartments, mostly built between 1940 and 1999.
| Housing Age | Mostly 1940-1999 |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Single-family homes and apartments |
| Owner vs Renter Mix | Mixed occupancy |
What buyers will notice right away
Older homes provide character and established community feel.
Vacancy rates near national median suggest stable housing availability.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a diverse workforce with strong manufacturing and professional sectors.
Cultural Diversity — Languages like Polish and Spanish enrich the community culture.
| Manufacturing & Labor | 36.8% |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional | 29.4% |
| Sales & Service | 18.6% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Lower-middle income |
|---|---|
| Top Languages | English, Polish, Spanish |
| Top Ancestries | German, Irish, Sub-Saharan African, Ukrainian, Italian |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone, with some carpooling.
Brook Park West offers manageable commute times with common car usage.
Short Commutes — 41.6% commute 15-30 minutes, shorter than average.
Car Usage — Majority drive alone; carpooling also common.
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 73.6% |
| Carpool Rate | 8.7% |
Homes for sale near 44142
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Brook Park West?
The median home price is $268,281, higher than 57.3% of Ohio neighborhoods.
What languages are spoken here?
English is most common, with notable Polish and Spanish speaking populations.