Brimfield Neighborhood
Is Brimfield a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe103
Medium138
Low157
Other589
66 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape14
Child involved21
Assault8
Other29
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, a caller working as a social worker with a children's organization requested a return call about a possible prior assault at a residence on Woodside Lane in Tallmadge, Ohio. | Woodside Ln, Tallmadge, OH 44278 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer reported a possible black or dark-colored SUV traveling over 80 mph northbound on Canton Road into Akron. The officer asked if Akron authorities should be notified, and no further vehicle description was available. | Canton Rd, Akron, OH | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews respond to a reported odor investigation at a unit on North Cleveland Avenue between Idella Avenue and Cornwall Street in Mogadore, Ohio. | N Cleveland Ave, Mogadore, OH 44260 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of an unknown man with a flashlight in the 2900 block of Linden Street Northwest, reportedly trying to avoid being seen and looking up and down residential driveways. | Linden St NW, Uniontown, OH 44685 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a report of a suspicious taller male carrying a flashlight in the (number withheld) block of Linden Street Northwest in Uniontown. The caller said the man appeared to look up and down driveways and tried to hide when the caller went by. A white car was also mentioned. | Linden St NW, Uniontown, OH 44685 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported a possible traffic-related disturbance near Meadow Ridge Road involving a neighbor repeatedly riding a three-wheeler and a quad bike up and down the street, creating loud noise. | Meadowridge Rd, Mogadore, OH 44260 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders dispatched near Market Avenue North for a 73-year-old male with chest pain and shortness of breath. | Market Ave N, Hartville, OH 44632 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire personnel are dispatched to a location on Market Avenue North for a 73-year-old man with chest pain and shortness of breath. | Market Ave N, Hartville, OH 44632 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services responding to a mental evaluation request near Gale Drive involving a 71-year-old male. | Gale Dr, Akron, OH 44312 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS units are dispatched for a reported psychiatric emergency or possible suicide attempt near Gale Drive in Summit County, Ohio. | Gale Dr, Akron, OH 44312 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$294,154
Average Rent
$1,224
Vacancy Rate
8.8%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Brimfield is a rural neighborhood in Kent, Ohio, featuring mostly older, well-established single-family homes and townhomes.
The area has an upper-middle income population with a moderate vacancy rate of 8.8%, and a diverse occupational mix including executive and manufacturing jobs.
RuralUpper-Middle IncomeModerate Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Population Density | Rural |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Brimfield's housing consists mainly of medium to large single-family homes and townhomes, mostly built between 1940 and 1999.
| Owner Occupied Rate | High |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to large single-family homes and townhomes |
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1940-1969, some 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Older homes with a stable owner-occupied base.
Vacancy rate near national median.
Families & Lifestyle
Brimfield has an upper-middle income population with a higher childhood poverty rate than many U.S. neighborhoods.
Cultural Heritage — Notable Hungarian and Yugoslav ancestries with predominantly English-speaking households.
| Child Poverty Rate | 14.3% |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional Employment | 34.9% |
| Manufacturing & Laborer Employment | 26.9% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Upper-Middle Income |
|---|---|
| Hungarian Ancestry | 6.2% |
| Yugoslav Ancestry | 1.1% |
| English Language | 96.0% speak at home |
Commute
Most residents drive alone, with many enjoying commutes between 15 and 30 minutes.
Brimfield offers manageable commute times with a car-dependent lifestyle.
Moderate Commutes — Nearly half commute 15-30 minutes.
Car-Dependent — Majority drive alone, some walk to work.
| Drive Alone Rate | 78.1% |
|---|---|
| Walk to Work Rate | 5.4% |
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 44260
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Brimfield?
The median home price is $294,154, more expensive than 62.8% of Ohio neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is spoken by 96.0% of households.
What is the vacancy rate?
The vacancy rate is 8.8%, near the national median.