Oakley Neighborhood
Is Oakley a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe2139
Medium1993
Low3274
Other7940
171 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape54
Child involved54
Assault19
Other54
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 conducted a possible traffic stop with one person on Red Bank Road near a commercial address and later cleared from the scene. | Red Bank Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45227 | Traffic |
| 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, 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, units are dispatched to a country club on Kenwood Road for multiple activated pull stations and smoke detectors, indicating a possible fire alarm issue. | Kenwood Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45243 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible residential burglary after a panic alarm was reported at an apartment on Chaucer Drive in Cincinnati. | Chaucer Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45237 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible disturbance involving a crowd near the (number withheld) block of Eaton Lane. Multiple units started toward the scene, but the response was later canceled when the group apparently moved on. | Eaton Ln, Cincinnati, OH 45229 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported noise disturbance near Reading Road and North Fred Shuttlesworth Circle involving a possible fireworks complaint, after a neighbor said a couple of kids were shooting firecrackers down the street. Another responding unit was later told to disregard, apparently related to the same incident. | Reading Rd & N Fred Shuttlesworth Cir, Cincinnati, OH 45229 | Disturbance |
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Median Home Price
$478,098
Average Rent
$2,086
Vacancy Rate
6.8%
Nearby neighborhoods
Oakley Overview
Oakley is an urban Cincinnati neighborhood with a median home price of $478,098 and average rent of $2,086. It is more expensive than most Ohio neighborhoods.
The area has a mix of small to medium apartments and single-family homes, with a balanced owner and renter occupancy and a moderate vacancy rate of 6.8%.
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Quick Facts
| Executive/Professional Workforce | 82.2% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Oakley's housing includes small to medium apartments and single-family homes with a moderate vacancy rate and mixed tenure.
| Vacancy Rate | 6.8% |
|---|---|
| Owner vs Renter Occupied | Mixed |
| Housing Age (Pre-1940 and 1940-1969) | Many older homes |
What buyers will notice right away
Many homes are historic, built before 1940 or between 1940 and 1969.
Vacancy rates are moderate, with a mix of owners and renters.
Families & Lifestyle
Oakley has a high share of residents living alone and a workforce dominated by executives and professionals.
Professional Community — The neighborhood is dominated by executives and professionals.
High Single Living — Over half of residents live alone, including singles and seniors.
| Residents Living Alone | 51.8% |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Occupations | 82.2% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 4.8% |
Demographics
| Bachelor's Degree Rate | 79.7 |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Higher than 62.3% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| German Ancestry | 37.9% |
| Armenian Ancestry | 7.2% |
| Hungarian Ancestry | 3.1% |
| Spanish Language Speakers | 6.2% |
Commute
Most Oakley residents have commutes under 30 minutes, with a majority driving alone and some carpooling.
Residents mostly drive alone or carpool, with many enjoying shorter commutes.
Car-Dependent — Most residents drive alone to work.
Moderate Commute Times — Many have commutes between 15 and 30 minutes.
| Commute Time 15-30 Minutes | 37.5% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 68.6 |
| Carpool Rate | 9.6 |
Homes for sale near 45209
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Oakley?
The median home price is $478,098, more expensive than 89.8% of Ohio neighborhoods.
How educated are Oakley residents?
Nearly 80% of adults have at least a bachelor's degree, higher than 97.6% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What is the vacancy rate in Oakley?
The vacancy rate is 6.8%, near the national median.