Paddock Rd / Laidlaw Ave, Cincinnati
Is Paddock Rd / Laidlaw Ave a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe2240
Medium2208
Low3354
Other8954
204 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape69
Child involved60
Assault23
Other64
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 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, 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 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 |
| 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, fire crews conducted a precautionary check of a building on Winton Road after a possible fire report. Nothing was visible from the outside, and crews worked to gain access while requesting a key holder. | Winton Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45224 | Fire |
| 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
$359,155
Average Rent
$1,326
Vacancy Rate
11.2%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Paddock Rd / Laidlaw Ave is a suburban neighborhood in Cincinnati, Ohio, with a median home price of $359,155 and an average rent of $1,326.
The area has a high vacancy rate of 11.2%, and 42.5% of its real estate consists of small 2-4 unit apartment buildings, a higher share than 97.5% of U.S. neighborhoods.
SuburbanSmall Apartment BuildingsHigh Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Residents Living Alone | 65.4% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing here is mainly small to medium apartment buildings and single-family homes, with many historic residences.
| Small 2-4 Unit Apartment Buildings | 42.5% |
|---|---|
| Housing Type Mix | Small to medium apartments and single-family homes |
What buyers will notice right away
A large portion of housing consists of small multi-unit buildings, uncommon nationally.
High vacancy may reflect weak demand or new construction not yet occupied.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood has an exceptionally high share of residents living alone, often singles or seniors.
Predominantly Single Households — The high rate of single-person households shapes the neighborhood's character.
| Residents Living Alone | 65.4% |
|---|
Demographics
| Manufacturing and Laborer Occupations | 33.3% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management, and Professional Occupations | 30.5% |
| Clerical, Assistant, and Tech Support Occupations | 25.2% |
| Sales and Service Occupations | 11.0% |
| Sub-Saharan African Ancestry | 13.3% |
| Haitian Ancestry | 7.6% |
| English Speakers | 90.2% |
| Spanish Speakers | 8.9% |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commutes and primarily drive alone or carpool to work.
Paddock Rd / Laidlaw Ave offers moderate commute times with a mix of solo driving and carpooling.
Moderate Commutes — Most commuters spend 15 to 30 minutes traveling to work.
Carpooling Common — Carpooling rate is higher than average, reflecting community travel patterns.
| Commute 15-30 Minutes | 51.3% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone to Work | 69.0% |
| Carpool to Work | 14.8% |
Homes for sale near 45216
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Paddock Rd / Laidlaw Ave?
The median home price is $359,155, more expensive than 71.9% of Ohio neighborhoods.
What is the vacancy rate?
The vacancy rate is 11.2%, higher than 67.9% of U.S. neighborhoods, indicating many empty homes or apartments.