Hicksville, OH

Is Hicksville, OH a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe1

Medium6

Low5

Other13

11 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape1

Child involved6

Assault0

Other4

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime date	Crime description	Address	Crime category
Jul 10, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received an apparent 911 open line call from the Hickory Acres area. No one could be reached by phone, and an officer responded to check the location.	Ridenour Rd, Edgerton, OH 43517	Suspicious Activity
Jul 10, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch investigated a possible 911 hang-up traced near State Route 249. A later callback reached a woman who reported she was at a location on State Route 2 and said the call was an accidental dial.	State Rte 2, Sherwood, OH 43506	Non-Crime Event
Jul 8, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, units were sent to check a reported odor at a camper in a Hickory Acres campground lot. Another unit already nearby offered to handle the call.	Ridenour Rd, Edgerton, OH 43517	Suspicious Activity
Jul 8, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to Hickory Acres Campground near Ridenour Road for a reported odor investigation at a specific lot in the campground area.	Ridenour Rd, Edgerton, OH 43517	Fire
Jun 30, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Fairview Elementary involving a black Cadillac SUV, checking license plates that appeared to have expired registration. Separately, they responded to a possible minor collision reported in front of a pet supply store between a white GMC truck and another vehicle, with the drivers disputing whether contact occurred.	Blosser Rd, Sherwood, OH 43556	Traffic
Jun 28, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a report of people standing in the roadway on Buckskin Road near local intersections. One person was taken into custody, and another male reportedly had a seizure. Multiple medical units were requested and initially staged nearby before being allowed to proceed to the scene.	Buckskin Rd, Mark Center, OH 43536	Suspicious Activity
Jun 28, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a home on Buckskin Road for a possible disturbance where a man was reportedly making threats. Radio traffic indicated there were many weapons in the residence and that someone in the background said they would shoot at law enforcement if officers came or found anything.	Buckskin Rd, Mark Center, OH 43536	Weapons
Jun 28, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible domestic-related incident at a residence on Buckskin Road where (name withheld) reportedly made threats and there were several weapons in the home. The caller said she did not want officers to respond and then disconnected. Dispatch advised units to use caution after hearing possible mention of shooting in the background.	Buckskin Rd, Mark Center, OH 43536	Family Offense
Jun 26, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a dog complaint near Scott Road, where a husky was reportedly running loose on a property and had killed ducks and chickens.	Scott Rd, Edgerton, OH 43517	Animal Complaint
Jun 24, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS units were dispatched for a possible back pain emergency near Farmer Mark Road between State Route 2 and McCavitt Road.	Farmer Mark Rd, Bryan, OH 43506	Medical Emergency

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Population

3,447

Drive Alone to Work

72.7%

Hispanic Population

13.91%

Nearby neighborhoods

Hicksville at a Glance

Hicksville is a small Ohio village with 3,447 residents and historic pre-World War II architecture.

The population is ethnically diverse with a sizeable Hispanic community (13.91%) and predominant White and Black residents.

Manufacturing and labor jobs employ 43.1% of workers, higher than 96.3% of US neighborhoods.

Most residents drive alone to work (72.7%), with many also carpooling (15.9%).

Historic VillageManufacturing WorkforceDiverse AncestryHigh Blue-Collar Employment

Housing market and real estate character

Hicksville's housing features older homes with a mix of owner occupancy and rental options.

Owner Occupied Rate	Moderate
Housing Age	Pre-World War II
Vacancy Rate	Low
Detached Single-Family Homes	Common

What buyers will notice right away

Older homes add charm and character to the neighborhood.

Strong manufacturing and labor presence shapes housing demand.

Families and Lifestyle

Hicksville supports families with good schools and a community-oriented environment.

Good schools and community support foster family life.

High blue-collar employment influences local culture.

Manufacturing and Farming — Significant employment in manufacturing, labor, and farming sectors.

Work From Home Rate	8.14%

Demographics and Culture

College Educated Adults	12.51%
Per Capita Income	$29,045
Top Languages	["English","Spanish","Italian"]
Top Ancestries	["German (25.5%)","Irish (9.0%)","Mexican (7.7%)","English (6.8%)","Italian (6.4%)"]