Brookside Colony, Columbus, OH
Is Brookside Colony a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe239
Medium277
Low335
Other985
98 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape8
Child involved43
Assault6
Other43
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 dispatched near an apartment on Bell Crossing Road for a report of a suspicious vehicle. A caller reported a black sedan repeatedly circling the area and later said the interior lights were on in their gray Hyundai Elantra, raising concern that someone may have been trying to take the vehicle. | Belle Crossing Rd Unit J, Dublin, OH 43016 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a possible domestic dispute at a hotel on Reflections Drive in Dublin involving a caller and her husband. The caller is in a specific room, and there is mention of a history of similar incidents and that she may be trying to leave him. | Reflections Dr, Dublin, OH 43017 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units with an engine and ladder company arrived at a three-story hospital, where nothing was visibly on fire, and began investigating a possible incident. | University Blvd, Dublin, OH 43016 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported noise complaint involving at least two females in a black Honda Civic playing loud music while parked on Camden Circle in Dublin, Ohio. | Camden Cir, Dublin, OH 43016 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers checked on a suspicious vehicle at Murphy Park in Powell. A records check was done on the vehicle and its registered owner, a 49-year-old male, who appeared to have valid status. | Murphy Park, 356 Day Light Ln, Powell, OH 43065 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report from a caller at a business on West Olentangy Street about a man and woman who had been on foot there about two and a half hours earlier. The caller said the woman appeared scared, and only the man’s first name was known. It was unclear whether they had a vehicle in the area. | W Olentangy St, Powell, OH 43065 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible traffic hazard involving a loose white and black husky running across the road near Sawmill Road and Abbey Church Road, with animal control notified. | Abbey Church Rd & Sawmill Rd, Columbus, OH 43017 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a report of a man in his fifties drinking alcohol outside a gas station on Tuttle Crossing Boulevard and refusing to leave. | Tuttle Crossing Blvd, Dublin, OH 43016 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a reported fire alarm near Edwards Farm Road in Hilliard, Ohio, with crews responding on the Northwest Fireground 1 channel. | Edwards Farms Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an EMS unit responded to a reported injured fall patient near Haydens Reserve Way and Slater Ridge. | Haydens Reserve Way, Hilliard, OH 43026 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$548,631
Average Rent
$2,615
Vacancy Rate
6.6%
Brookside Colony Overview
Brookside Colony is a suburban neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, with a mix of apartment complexes and single-family homes.
The community is diverse, with significant Asian and German ancestries and a variety of languages spoken at home.
SuburbanDiverseMixed Housing
Housing market and real estate character
Brookside Colony offers a mix of small to medium apartments and single-family homes, with moderate vacancy rates.
| Housing Age | Mostly built 2000 or later, some 1970-1999 |
|---|---|
| Housing Type Mix | Apartments and single-family homes |
| Owner vs Renter Occupied | Mixed |
What buyers will notice right away
Options include apartments and single-family homes suitable for various lifestyles.
Families and Lifestyle
The neighborhood supports a middle-income population with a strong presence of executives and professionals.
Culturally Diverse — Residents speak multiple languages and come from varied ancestries, enriching community culture.
| Executive, Management, and Professional Occupations | 68.2% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 16.8% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 28.5% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Middle income |
|---|---|
| Asian Ancestry | 19.8% |
| Russian Ancestry | 5.5% |
| Languages Spoken | English, Languages of India, Spanish, Arabic |
Commute
Most residents have a short commute and primarily drive alone to work.
Brookside Colony residents mostly drive alone with a short commute, typical of suburban areas.
Short Commute — 58.7% commute 15 to 30 minutes.
Car Ownership — High car usage supports commuting needs.
| Drive Alone to Work | 72.7% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 6.5% |
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 43017
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4 bd | 3 ba | 3,360 sqft
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Dublin, OH, 43017
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of housing are in Brookside Colony?
The neighborhood has small to medium apartments and single-family homes.
What languages are spoken in Brookside Colony?
English is most common, with significant use of Languages of India, Spanish, and Arabic.