Westgate
Is Westgate a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe1607
Medium1968
Low2414
Other5980
240 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape43
Child involved81
Assault22
Other102
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, medical emergency reported near Westerville Estates on Finch Road at cross streets Huron Avenue and Harlem Road. Medic 451 dispatched to respond. | N Huron Ave, Columbus, OH 43204 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units respond to a reported fire alarm at a care center on Mill Run Drive in Hilliard, with multiple crews dispatched to the scene. | Mill Run Dr, Hilliard, OH 43026 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a repeat disturbance at a residence near Plum St in Columbus, where a caller says a roommate is still arguing and officers are requested to return. | Plum St, Columbus, OH 43204 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters are dispatched to a reported fire alarm at a business on South Front Street in Columbus, with an engine and ladder company responding and nearby cross streets mentioned for location. | S Front St, Columbus, OH | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a coordinated perimeter and search, including use of a K-9 and a drone, for at least one fleeing suspect reported hiding near houses and a camper in the area of Thomas Avenue, Union, and Central. A camper near Thomas Avenue was checked and found clear, and a witness reported seeing one person run through the area into nearby woods. | Thomas Ave, Columbus, OH 43223 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched to a possible fire alarm at a building near Liberty Street in Columbus, with Engine 2 and Ladder 2 assigned to respond. | Liberty St, Columbus, OH 43215 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported multiple SUVs driving at a high rate of speed from the Clarendon/Pekin area toward I-70 East. After units attempted to stop one vehicle, a white SUV pulled over at/near the I-70 eastbound ramp and several males/juveniles jumped the guardrail and ran down a hill, while another vehicle (described as red) continued eastbound as agencies were notified. | Martha Ave & Union Ave, Columbus, OH 43223 | Traffic |
| 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, officers were dispatched to a possible suspicious person incident at a home on Avonia Drive after reports of someone aggressively knocking on the door from more than one caller. | Avonia Dr., Columbus, OH 43228 | Suspicious Person |
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Median Home Price
$356,232
Average Rent
$1,367
Vacancy Rate
0.7%
Nearby neighborhoods
Neighborhood Overview
Westgate is an urban neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, with mostly owner-occupied medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings.
Many homes were built between 1940 and 1969, with some older than 1940, and the housing supply is very tight.
UrbanOwner-OccupiedDiverse Languages
Quick Facts
| Arabic Speakers | 5.6% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Westgate features mostly owner-occupied medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings, with many built between 1940 and 1969.
| Owner Occupied | Most residential real estate |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many built 1940-1969, some before 1940 |
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy rate is very low, indicating strong demand.
Most homes date from mid-20th century, offering mature character.
Families & Lifestyle
Westgate is notable for its high concentration of same-sex couples and diverse linguistic and occupational mix.
Diverse community with strong representation of same-sex couples
Significant Arabic-speaking population
Occupations — 51.1% executive, management, and professional; 20.6% manufacturing and laborer; 17.7% sales and service; 10.7% clerical and tech support.
| Same-Sex Couple Rank | 98.0% |
|---|
Demographics
| Income Level | Upper-middle income |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 17.0% |
| Top Ancestries | German (26.7%), Irish (13.6%), English (11.0%), Italian (9.9%), Arab (5.3%) |
| Top Languages | English (90.5%), Arabic (5.6%), Spanish |
| Unique Ancestries | Arab (5.3%), British (2.6%) |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commutes, with many traveling 15 to 30 minutes to work and a high bus ridership.
Westgate offers moderate commute times with strong public transit use.
Moderate Commutes — Most residents commute 15 to 30 minutes.
Transit Use — Bus ridership is higher than 95% of U.S. neighborhoods.
| Commute Time | 62.4% between 15 and 30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 56.8 |
| Bus Commute Rate | 10.2 |
| Carpool Rate | 9.7 |
Homes for sale near 43204
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Frequently Asked Questions
How tight is the housing supply in Westgate?
Vacancy rate is 0.7%, lower than 92.1% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is most common (90.5%), with significant Arabic (5.6%) and Spanish speakers.