Clifton East, Ohio
Is Clifton East a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe3758
Medium3628
Low5551
Other13646
305 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape100
Child involved72
Assault31
Other123
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 were sent to a possible child welfare concern near Glen Meadow Lane, where a 14-year-old was reportedly unable to reach their mother and a neighbor appeared to call for assistance. | Glenmeadow Ln, Cincinnati, OH 45237 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible alarm issue at a business on Madison Road after a report of an open signal and invalid user, then checked the location and cleared. | Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45208 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a reported verbal disturbance between a man and a woman at an apartment near Vine Street in Cincinnati. The caller reports hearing arguing and banging sounds, and the situation may involve possible mental health issues for one person. | Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and police units responded to the Shell on Colerain Avenue for a CBRN-related call after a caller reported a suspicious gray box with a red button in front of the car wash; some responding units were later advised to disregard. | Rachel St & Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45225 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on Mitchell Avenue involving a black Chevrolet Cruze that appeared to pull into a gas station. The vehicle had an Ohio temporary tag, which was checked and reported as valid. | Mitchell Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45232 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers and fire crews responded to a report of a suspicious long gray box with buttons near the car wash area of a gas station at Colerain Avenue and Hopple. Units remained on scene while fire personnel checked the item. | Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45225 | Suspicious Item |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS units were dispatched for a reported suspicious package at the Shell gas station at 2974 Colerain Avenue near Rachel Street and Hopple Street in Cincinnati. | Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45225 | Suspicious Package |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates officers were handling a possible intrusion alarm at a store location, and one related matter at a UDF site was later disregarded. | Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45212 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers investigated a suspicious vehicle reported running for several hours near an address on Reading Road. The vehicle was registered to a nearby apartment, and one person was later detained. | Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45229 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a possible verbal disturbance involving a non-compliant person reportedly banging on a neighbor’s door near the 3000 block of Marshall Avenue in Cincinnati. | Marshall Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220 | Disturbance |
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Median Home Price
$770,136
Average Rent
$1,678
Vacancy Rate
11.4%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Clifton East is a suburban neighborhood in Cincinnati, Ohio, with a median home price of $770,136, more expensive than 97.4% of Ohio neighborhoods. Average rent is $1,678, higher than 64.7% of rentals in the state.
The neighborhood features mostly small to medium apartments and single-family homes, with a mix of owners and renters. Most homes are historic, built before 1939, with some from 1970 to 1999.
SuburbanHistoric HomesMixed OwnershipDiverse Languages
Quick Facts
| Graduate Degree Holders | 46.9% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Clifton East's housing includes many historic homes and a mix of owners and renters, with a higher vacancy rate than average.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Mixed owner and renter occupancy |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Small to medium apartments and single-family homes |
| Housing Age | 75.5% built before 1939, some 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
High concentration of historic homes offers unique charm.
Nearly half of adults hold graduate degrees.
Families & Lifestyle
Clifton East has a strong executive presence and a moderate income level with a relatively low childhood poverty rate.
Language Diversity — English is spoken by 77.8% of households, with Spanish and Indian languages also common.
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 62.9% |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 5.9% |
Demographics
| Executive & Professional Share | 62.9% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Moderate income |
| Primary Languages | English 77.8%, Spanish, Indian languages |
| Top Ancestries | German 21.1%, Irish 14.7%, Asian 12.2%, English 11.5%, Puerto Rican 5.0% |
Commute
Residents have relatively short commutes with a mix of driving, walking, and bus use.
Clifton East offers varied commute options with a majority driving alone and notable walking and bus use.
Short Commutes — 43.1% commute 15-30 minutes.
Diverse Commute Modes — Driving alone, walking, and bus are common.
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 56.0% |
| Walk to Work Rate | 10.0% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 9.6% |
Homes for sale near 45220
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is notable about Clifton East's housing?
It has a high concentration of historic homes built before 1939.
How educated are Clifton East residents?
46.9% of adults hold graduate degrees, higher than 98.7% of U.S. neighborhoods.