Broadleigh North, Columbus, OH
Is Broadleigh North a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe1898
Medium2156
Low2871
Other7055
256 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape59
Child involved74
Assault27
Other110
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, officers responded to reports of a man in a black shirt and black shorts running in and out of traffic near East Fifth and Cleveland Avenue, reportedly approaching cars and asking for help before leaving the area. | Cleveland Ave & E 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 | Disturbance |
| 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, 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 are dispatched to a possible hit-skip style crash near Kennard Square involving a gray Kia, a white Toyota, and a white Volkswagen Jetta. The reporting person plans to meet officers at an apartment near East Livingston Avenue. | Kenard Ct, Whitehall, OH 43213 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched near Lockbourne Road and Refugee Road in Columbus to check on a man walking in the roadway and approaching cars to ask for money. He was last reported walking northbound on Lockbourne Road. | Refugee Rd & Lockbourne Rd, Columbus, OH 43207 | Disturbance |
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Vacancy Rate
5.2%
Overview
Broadleigh North is an urban neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, characterized by mostly renter-occupied small apartments built between 1940 and 1999.
Vacancy rates are moderate, and the community features a significant share of residents with Sub-Saharan African ancestry and African languages spoken at home.
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Quick Facts
| Median Home Price | $559,370 |
|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,517 |
| Vacancy Rate | 5.2% |
| Renter Occupied Rate | 98.1% |
Housing market and real estate character
Housing is overwhelmingly renter occupied, with a high concentration of small apartments and studios.
| Small Unit Share | 89.1% one or two bedroom or studio |
|---|---|
| Built 1970-1999 | Many residences built in this period |
What buyers will notice right away
Almost all housing units are renter occupied, making ownership rare.
The neighborhood has one of the highest shares of small apartments in the country.
Families & Lifestyle
Broadleigh North has a diverse community with a mix of occupations and a high rate of childhood poverty.
High rental occupancy suits those seeking apartment living.
Diverse cultural and linguistic community.
Significant working-class population.
Diverse & Working-Class — Many residents work in manufacturing and laborer roles.
Culturally Rich — Notable Sub-Saharan African ancestry and African language speakers.
| Child Poverty Rate | 34.0% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing & Laborer Occupations | 36.4% |
Demographics
| Manufacturing & Laborer Share | 36.4 |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 34 |
| English Speaking Households | 88.4% |
| African Languages Spoken | 5.6% |
| Sub-Saharan African Ancestry | 21.4% |
| Top Ancestries | Sub-Saharan African (21.4%), German (6.6%), African (5.2%), English (4.2%) |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes, with a high rate of driving alone.
Broadleigh North offers convenient commutes with most residents driving alone.
Short Commutes — Over half of residents commute under 30 minutes.
Car-Dependent — High reliance on private vehicles for commuting.
| Main Commute Time | 15 to 30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 81 |
| Carpool Rate | 9 |
Homes for sale near 43209
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the housing like in Broadleigh North?
Predominantly renter-occupied small apartments and studios with moderate vacancy.
How diverse is the neighborhood?
It has a high share of Sub-Saharan African ancestry and African language speakers.
What are typical commutes?
Most residents commute 15 to 30 minutes, primarily driving alone.