Columbus, Ohio
Is Beechwood a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe1148
Medium1415
Low1712
Other4683
229 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape60
Child involved67
Assault26
Other89
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, emergency medical services responded to a report of abdominal pain near Airport Drive and Cassidy Avenue, at a hotel location. | Airport Dr, Columbus, OH 43219 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS dispatched to a location near Airport Drive and Chase Drive for abdominal pain. Medic 20 assigned to the scene. | Airport Dr, Columbus, OH 43219 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a disturbance near Larry Place after a caller reported a man who arrived in a red Pontiac and was banging on a door. The man was described as wearing a (description withheld), (description withheld), and white and green shoes, with no weapons mentioned. | Larry Pl, Columbus, OH 43227 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible family-related disturbance near Larry Place, where a caller reported that a man, identified as the adult child’s father, arrived in a red Pontiac and was banging on the door. No weapons were reported. | Larry Pl, Columbus, OH 43227 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a possible domestic assault at an apartment near Wymore Place in Columbus, where a caller reported being hit by a roommate with a plank of wood shortly before the call. | Wymore Pl, Columbus, OH 43232 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services responded to a patient with difficulty breathing near Midway and Rehab, at (number withheld) Yorkland Road, room (apartment_number withheld). | Yorkland Rd n19, Columbus, OH 43232 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a repeat call about a possible disturbance involving roommates arguing at a residence near Plowman Place in Columbus. Officers indicated that both people live there and that no apparent physical altercation was reported. | Plowman Pl, Columbus, OH 43110 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a domestic disturbance report at a location on Scarborough Boulevard in Columbus. A caller in a specific room reported that her boyfriend was allegedly threatening to kill and hurt her and was said to have a mental health diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder. | Scarborough Blvd, Columbus, OH 43232 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, there is a medical alarm at a location near North Champion Avenue, apartment number withheld, near Hawthorne Avenue and Haley Hill Drive. Dispatch one and Medic one are assigned. | N Champion Ave, Columbus, OH 43203 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a location on Scarborough Boulevard regarding a domestic-related dispute in a room, where a caller reported that her boyfriend was reportedly threatening to kill and hurt her. The incident may involve mental health concerns, including a reported schizoaffective disorder diagnosis. | Scarborough Blvd, Columbus, OH 43232 | Domestic Dispute |
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Median Home Price
$161,216
Average Rent
$1,964
Vacancy Rate
6.9%
Overview
Beechwood is an urban neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, with a median home price of $161,216, making it more affordable than most Ohio neighborhoods. The housing stock is mostly older homes built between 1940 and 1969.
The neighborhood is diverse linguistically and ethnically, with a significant Sub-Saharan African population and a higher than average rate of childhood poverty. Most residents drive alone to work with commute times under 30 minutes.
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Quick Facts
| Child Poverty Rate | 28.3% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing Employment | 39.0% |
Housing market and real estate character
Beechwood's housing consists mainly of medium to large single-family homes and apartments, with most homes owner occupied and a vacancy rate near the national median.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | 80.6% built 1940-1969 |
| Housing Type | Medium to large single-family homes and apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes date from the Baby Boom era, giving the neighborhood a classic feel.
Mix of home sizes and apartment complexes supports varied lifestyles.
Families & Lifestyle
Beechwood has a notable concentration of same-sex couples and a diverse population with a strong presence of manufacturing and service jobs.
Diverse community with strong manufacturing and service employment.
Higher childhood poverty rate indicates economic challenges for some families.
Diverse & Working-Class — Residents include many in manufacturing and laborer roles alongside service and professional jobs.
| Same-Sex Couples | 1.8% |
|---|
Demographics
| Manufacturing & Laborer Share | 39.0% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Below average |
| Child Poverty Rate | 28.3% |
| Top Ancestries | Sub-Saharan African (19.9%), German (11.8%), English (11.3%), African (8.1%), Asian (2.8%) |
| Primary Languages | English (84.3%), African languages, Spanish |
Commute
Most residents commute 15 to 30 minutes, with a high rate of driving alone and some carpooling.
Beechwood offers short commutes and high car usage typical of urban neighborhoods with diverse employment.
Short Commutes — Most residents spend under 30 minutes commuting.
Car Dependent — High rates of driving alone and carpooling.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 82.5% |
| Carpool Rate | 10.5% |
Homes for sale near 43227
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price?
$161,216, less expensive than 74.7% of Ohio neighborhoods.
What is the child poverty rate?
28.3%, higher than 80.1% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What languages are spoken?
English is most common, with African languages and Spanish also spoken.