Sharon Heights West, Columbus, OH
Is Sharon Heights West a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe1377
Medium1613
Low2052
Other4936
140 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape23
Child involved54
Assault16
Other52
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, eMS is dispatched to a reported hemorrhage at a location on Clinton Street near North Fourth Street, with Medic 13 responding. | Clinton St, Columbus, OH 43202 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical responders were dispatched for a reported hemorrhage at a location on Clinton Street near North Fourth Street and a dead end in Columbus, Ohio. | Clinton St, Columbus, OH 43202 | Medical Emergency |
| 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, an ill person was reported at Northland Gate Senior Apartments near East Dublin Granville Road and Webster Canyon Court. Medic 6 and EMS 1 responded. | Maple Canyon Ave, Columbus, OH 43229 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a fall injury near West 5th Avenue and Olentangy River Road in Columbus. The incident involves apartment (number withheld). | W 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported multiple SUVs, including white and red Kias and a white Hyundai, driving recklessly at high speed near Clarendon and Beacon in Columbus. The vehicles continued eastbound toward Union and Sullivan and were later heard passing I-70 at a high rate of speed, with one white Hyundai possibly lacking a rear license tag. | Beacon Alley, Columbus, OH | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to an obstetric-related incident near Maize Road at the intersection with Oakland Park Avenue and East Maize Road. Medic 19 was dispatched on unit nine EMS one. | Maize Rd, Columbus, OH 43224 | Medical Emergency |
| 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, officers report a possible traffic stop involving a vehicle near High Street and Lane Avenue in Columbus, Ohio. | W Lane Ave & N High St, Columbus, OH 43201 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving chest pains is reported at an apartment near Ray Oak Drive and a dead end cross street. | N High St, Columbus, OH 43201 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$339,519
Average Rent
$1,473
Vacancy Rate
11.4%
Overview of Sharon Heights West
Sharon Heights West is an urban neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, with mostly small to medium apartment complexes and single-family homes. Many residences were built between 1940 and 1999.
The neighborhood has a median home price of $339,519 and average rent of $1,473. It has a high vacancy rate of 11.4% and a large share of residents living alone.
UrbanHigh VacancyDiverseSingle-Person Households
Quick Facts
| Single-Person Households | 59.8% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing consists mainly of small to medium apartments and single-family homes, with a majority renter occupancy and elevated vacancies.
| Renter Occupied Rate | Majority |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Small to medium apartments and single-family homes |
| Housing Age | Built mostly between 1940-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancies are above average, indicating weaker demand or new construction.
Most homes are occupied by renters, reflecting a transient population.
Families & Lifestyle
Sharon Heights West has a high share of single-person households and a diverse cultural makeup.
High renter occupancy supports a dynamic, diverse community.
The neighborhood's cultural diversity is reflected in its languages and ancestries.
Single-Person Households — A majority of households consist of people living alone, uncommon nationally.
Diverse Ancestry — Notable Arab and Czechoslovakian ancestries and multiple languages spoken.
| Single-Person Households | 59.8% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 29.5% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 52.6% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Lower than 89.7% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| Child Poverty Rate | 29.5% |
| Top Ancestries | ["German (22.3%)","English (12.6%)","Arab (12.2%)","Irish (8.8%)","Italian (5.9%)"] |
| Top Languages | ["English (82.2%)","French (7.7%)","Arabic","Italian"] |
| Foreign Born Rate | 12.6 |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone to work.
Sharon Heights West offers convenient commutes with high car usage.
Short Commutes — Most residents commute 15-30 minutes.
Car Usage — Majority drive alone to work.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 71.1% |
Homes for sale near 43214
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Sharon Heights West?
The median home price is $339,519, more expensive than 73.7% of Ohio neighborhoods.
What is notable about household composition?
59.8% of households are single-person, higher than 98.7% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is most common, with French spoken by 7.7% of residents.