Columbus, OH
Is Leawood 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
$238,987
Average Rent
$1,531
Vacancy Rate
1.8%
College Educated Adults
6.0%
Overview
Leawood is an urban neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, with mostly older homes built between 1940 and 1969, and some from 1970 to 1999.
The housing market is tight with a low vacancy rate of 1.8%, and most residences are renter occupied.
The neighborhood has a low rate of college graduates at 6.0%, and a diverse population with significant Sub-Saharan African and African ancestry.
Languages spoken include English, Spanish, and African languages, with 20.1% foreign-born residents.
UrbanLow VacancyDiverse AncestryLow College Education
Quick Facts
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Leawood's housing consists mainly of medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings, with most residences renter occupied.
| Housing Age | Most homes built 1940-1969, some 1970-1999 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family homes and small apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand or limited supply.
Most homes built mid-20th century, with some newer construction.
Families & Lifestyle
Leawood has a low college education rate and a high child poverty rate, with many residents employed in manufacturing and service jobs.
Low college education rate shapes community character.
High child poverty rate indicates social challenges.
Diverse Ancestry — Significant Sub-Saharan African and African ancestry populations.
Language Diversity — English, Spanish, and African languages are commonly spoken.
| College Educated Adults | 6.0% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 44.5% |
Demographics
| College Educated Adults | 6 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing & Laborer Occupations | 38.3% |
| Income Level | Low income |
| Child Poverty Rate | 44.5 |
| Foreign Born Residents | 20.1 |
| Top Ancestries | ["Sub-Saharan African (20.3%)","African (9.0%)","Mexican (4.5%)","Irish (3.6%)","German (2.8%)"] |
| Top Languages | ["English (81.4%)","Spanish","African languages (8.4%)"] |
Commute
Most residents drive alone or carpool, with a typical commute time between 15 and 30 minutes.
Leawood offers manageable commute times with high carpooling rates.
Carpooling — Higher than average carpool rate at 18.3%.
Car Ownership — Majority drive alone to work.
| Drive Alone Rate | 66.4 |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 18.3 |
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 43227
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Leawood?
The median home price is $238,987, more expensive than 48.5% of Ohio neighborhoods.
How tight is the housing market?
Vacancy rate is low at 1.8%, indicating limited availability.
What languages are spoken?
English is most common, with Spanish and African languages also spoken.