Neighborhood in Cincinnati, OH
Is Northbrook a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe599
Medium633
Low1020
Other2969
82 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape25
Child involved19
Assault11
Other32
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, dispatch reports a possible domestic dispute near Walden Glen, involving an intoxicated grandmother who is reportedly refusing to open the door. | Walden Glen Cir, Cincinnati, OH 45231 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a report of a suspicious occupied vehicle that has been parked for several hours near handicap spaces by the pool at a clubhouse on Commons Circle in Cincinnati. | Commons Cir, Cincinnati, OH 45251 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving one person was reported near Quality Inn at Chase Plaza Drive and Smiley Avenue. | Chase Plaza Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45240 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported domestic dispute at a hotel on Chase Plaza Drive. The caller, who was reportedly waiting in a GMC in the parking lot, disconnected before more details were obtained. | Chase Plaza Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45240 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducts a traffic stop on a vehicle near West Galbraith Road and Brownsway Lane, possibly involving an Ohio-registered vehicle and a specific license plate. | Brownsway Ln & W Galbraith Rd, White Oak, OH 45239 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical dispatch to a location near Mill Road and Winton Woods for a 77-year-old female needing assistance. | W Mill Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45231 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an EMS lift assist was reported near Winton Woods at Mill Road and Miles Road intersection, involving Stone Ridge Apartment complex. | Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45231 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency may involve a female adult near Winton Woods at Mill Road, (number withheld). | W Mill Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45231 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible domestic dispute near Adams Road, where a woman reported verbal conflict with her boyfriend and said he had locked her out of the home while she waited on the porch. | Adams Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45231 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible domestic dispute near Adams Road after a caller reported verbal conflict with her boyfriend. | Adams Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45231 | Domestic Dispute |
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Median Home Price
$185,236
Average Rent
$2,108
Vacancy Rate
11.8%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Northbrook is an urban neighborhood in Cincinnati, Ohio, with older homes mostly built between 1940 and 1969.
The median home price is $185,236, with an average rent of $2,108 and a high vacancy rate of 11.8%.
UrbanHigh VacancyOlder Homes
Quick Facts
| Child Poverty Rate | 10.1% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Northbrook has a mix of medium to small single-family homes and apartments, with a higher vacancy rate than average.
| Housing Age | Many homes built between 1940 and 1969 |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family homes and apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Many homes or apartments are empty year-round, indicating weaker demand or new construction.
Housing is occupied by a mix of owners and renters.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has diverse occupations and a moderate child poverty rate.
Diverse Workforce — Occupations range from clerical to executive and manufacturing roles.
| Child Poverty Rate | 10.1% |
|---|
Demographics
| Clerical, Assistant, Tech Support Occupations | 31.0% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 29.3% |
| Income Rank | Lower than 84.0% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| English Language Speakers | 96.9% |
| Italian Language Speakers | 5.4% |
| German Ancestry | 11.2% |
| Mexican Ancestry | 4.1% |
Commute
Most residents have average-length commutes and primarily drive alone or carpool to work.
Northbrook offers typical commute times with common car usage patterns.
Average Commutes — 44.0% of commuters spend 30-45 minutes traveling to work.
Car Usage — Most drive alone; a significant share carpools.
| Main Commute Time | 30 to 45 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 78.9% |
| Carpool Rate | 14.8% |
Homes for sale near 45251
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$180,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,052 sqft
8794 Carrousel Park Cir Unit 137
Cincinnati, OH, 45251
$178,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,208 sqft
8773 Carrousel Park Cir Unit 155
Cincinnati, OH, 45251
$174,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,208 sqft
8790 Carrousel Park Cir Unit 142
Cincinnati, OH, 45251
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vacancy rate in Northbrook?
It is 11.8%, higher than 70.1% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What languages are spoken here?
English is most common (96.9%), with some Italian speakers (5.4%).