Neighborhood in Cincinnati, OH
Is Wardwood Acres 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
$161,230
Average Rent
$1,690
Vacancy Rate
3.9%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Wardwood Acres is an urban neighborhood in Cincinnati, Ohio, with mostly medium to small single-family homes and apartments built mainly between 1940 and 1999.
The neighborhood has a below average income profile and a diverse population with significant Sub-Saharan African and Scots-Irish ancestry.
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Quick Facts
| Child Poverty Rate | 21.9% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Wardwood Acres offers mostly owner-occupied medium to small homes and apartments, with low vacancy rates indicating strong demand.
| Owner Occupied Rate | High |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Built mainly 1940-1999 |
| Housing Type | Single-family homes and apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes were built between 1940 and 1999, reflecting a mature neighborhood.
Low vacancy rates suggest steady demand for housing.
Families & Lifestyle
Wardwood Acres has a diverse workforce with significant employment in sales, management, manufacturing, and clerical jobs.
Diverse Occupations — Residents work across sales, management, manufacturing, and clerical sectors.
| Sales and Service Jobs | 27.0% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management, and Professional Occupations | 26.1% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, and Professional Occupations | 26.1% |
|---|---|
| Sub-Saharan African Ancestry | 13.3% |
| Scots-Irish Ancestry | 3.6% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 12.1% |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes, primarily driving alone or carpooling.
Wardwood Acres residents enjoy short commutes and rely heavily on private vehicles, with a notable carpool rate.
Short Commutes — 45.5% of commuters spend 15-30 minutes traveling to work.
Car Ownership — High drive-alone and carpool rates indicate reliance on cars.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 72.7% |
| Carpool Rate | 16.4% |
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 housing like in Wardwood Acres?
The neighborhood has mostly medium to small single-family homes and apartments built between 1940 and 1999, with high owner occupancy.
What languages are spoken in Wardwood Acres?
English is most common, with African languages, Spanish, and Italian also spoken.