Creston, OH
Is Creston a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe56
Medium79
Low91
Other324
37 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape4
Child involved14
Assault3
Other18
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 responded to a report of a possibly suspicious woman yelling unintelligibly for about 20 minutes near a wooded area by an apartment parking lot in the Winchester Woods and Akron Road area. | Winchester Woods, Wooster, OH 44691 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible house fire with visible flames near a fence at a residence on or near Portage Road in Wooster, Ohio. The exact street number is unclear. | Portage Rd, Wooster, OH 44691 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, battalion One is dispatched to the area of Friendsville Road and Burbank Road in Wooster for a possible open burn complaint at a house described as having a large metal fence, based on a third-party report. | Friendsville Rd & Burbank Rd, Wooster, OH 44691 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a Burger King on Burbank Road in Wooster for a fire alarm triggered by a smoke detector, with no smoke or flames reported. | Burbank Rd, Wooster, OH 44691 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical emergency involving a 67-year-old man with a possible dislocated knee reported near Snyder Drive. The patient appears to be in a backyard. | Snyder Dr, Wooster, OH 44691 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services respond to an elderly female with flu-like symptoms near Cleveland Road, apartment (number withheld). | Cleveland Rd, Wooster, OH 44691 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services dispatched for an elderly female with flu-like symptoms at Cleveland Road, (number withheld). | Cleveland Rd, Wooster, OH 44691 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services were dispatched to an apartment near (number withheld) Cleveland Road for an elderly female with flu-like symptoms. | Cleveland Rd, Wooster, OH 44691 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were sent to a nursing facility on Lynn Drive for a 70-year-old female with altered mental status and possible urinary tract infection. | Lynn Dr, Orrville, OH 44667 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS responded to a medical emergency near Smithville Western Care Center involving an adult female patient with respiratory issues in room (number withheld). Responders were instructed to enter through the front door. | E Smithville Western Rd, Wooster, OH 44691 | Medical Emergency |
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Population
2,144
College Educated
16.8%
Per Capita Income
$29,780
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Creston is a small village in Ohio with a population of 2,144, ranking 450th in the state.
The neighborhood has a lower college education rate than the national average and a lower middle income level.
Small VillageFamily-FriendlyDiverse Ancestry
Housing market and real estate character
Creston features predominantly single-family homes with a high rate of home ownership and family presence.
What buyers will notice right away
Among the top 13% of family-friendly neighborhoods in Ohio due to good schools, safety, and home ownership.
Families & Lifestyle
Creston supports families with school-aged children and values education, reflected in community support for public schools.
Community-Oriented — High proportion of families with children fosters social support and community.
Occupational Mix — Residents work mainly in manufacturing (33.7%), executive/management (31.9%), sales/service (19.7%), and clerical/tech support (14.6%).
| Family-Friendly Rank | Top 13% in Ohio |
|---|
Demographics
| College Educated Adults | 16.8% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing and Laborer Occupations | 33.7% |
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 10.8% |
| Income Level | Lower-middle income |
| German Ancestry | 25.5% |
| Irish Ancestry | 14.2% |
| English Ancestry | 12.3% |
| Italian Ancestry | 6.5% |
Commute
Most residents have a commute under 30 minutes, primarily driving alone or carpooling.
Creston residents mostly drive alone with shorter than average commute times.
High Drive Alone Rate — 85.3% drive alone to work.
Moderate Carpooling — 6.7% carpool with others.
Short Commute — Most commute 15 to 30 minutes, shorter than average.
| Drive Alone Rate | 85.3% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 6.7% |
| Most Common Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Creston family-friendly?
Yes, it ranks in the top 13% of family-friendly neighborhoods in Ohio due to good schools and safety.
What languages are spoken?
English is most common, with Italian and Polish also spoken.