Beaver Park, Lorain, OH
Is Lorain, OH (Beaver Park) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Lorain, OH - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe9
Medium6
Low21
Other44
9 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape1
Child involved3
Assault1
Other6
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, an officer reported an apparent open door at a building near Main Street and stated they would check the inside of the building. | W Main St, Berlin Heights, OH 44814 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on a silver Chevy with a reported Michigan license plate near Berlin Road and the Pike after it was seen driving on a flat tire. | Berlin Rd, Berlin Heights, OH | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews and township firefighters were dispatched to a location on Main Road in the Berlin Heights area for a woman with apparent respiratory distress and reported COPD. | Main Rd, Berlin Heights, OH 44814 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported fire alarm activation at a commercial building near Mechanic Street in Berlin Heights. Officers on scene determined the alarm company was testing the system, and the fire response was canceled with no further action needed. | Mechanic St, Berlin Heights, OH 44814 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible two-vehicle crash with no injuries near a business on Driver Road in Berlin Heights, involving a flatbed truck and a pickup truck with a flatbed trailer in the 1800 block. | Driver Rd, Berlin Heights, OH 44814 | Traffic |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported vehicle parked near a church on Church Street in Collins, with the caller expected to contact them. | Church St, Collins, OH 44826 | Traffic |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a vehicle complaint involving a silver Ford hauling a boat seen traveling north near Main Street toward Lorain. Deputies check nearby addresses and run a license plate as they look for the vehicle, and the caller may seek unauthorized-use charges if the driver and vehicle are found. | W Main St, Berlin Heights, OH 44814 | Stolen Vehicle |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical alarm with no contact was reported near Main Road in Huron Heights. The incident may involve a potential emergency. | Main Rd, Berlin Heights, OH 44814 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a chest pain report near West Main Street, (number withheld). | W Main St, Berlin Heights, OH 44814 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical emergency for a patient with a swollen left arm near West Road at Avon Point, room (number withheld). | W Rd, Wakeman, OH 44889 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$391,498
Average Rent
$1,100
Vacancy Rate
7.5%
Overview
Beaver Park is a rural neighborhood in Lorain, Ohio, with a median home price of $391,498.
The area features a mix of medium to small single-family homes and apartments, mostly owner occupied, built mainly between 1970 and present.
RuralOwner OccupiedUpper-Middle Income
Quick Facts
| Government Workers | Higher than 95.0% of US neighborhoods |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Beaver Park offers a mix of established homes with moderate vacancy rates.
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
|---|---|
| Housing Type Mix | Medium to small single-family homes and apartments |
| Built 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes are owner occupied, indicating residential stability.
Vacancy rate is near the national median, suggesting balanced market.
Families & Lifestyle
Beaver Park is known for its government worker population and college student friendliness.
College Student Friendly — Ranks higher than 89.0% of Ohio neighborhoods for college student living.
| Government Workers | Higher than 95.0% of US neighborhoods |
|---|
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional | 33.1% |
|---|---|
| Per Capita Income | |
| Top Ancestries | German, Irish, Italian, Puerto Rican, English |
| Languages Spoken | English (96.9%), Polish, Spanish |
Commute
Most residents have short to moderate commutes and primarily drive alone.
Beaver Park offers manageable commute times with high car usage.
Moderate Commute — Most residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes.
Car Usage — Majority drive alone; some carpool.
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (41.8%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 83 |
| Carpool Rate | 8.8 |
Homes for sale near 44814
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Beaver Park?
$391,498, higher than 79.4% of Ohio neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is most common, with Polish and Spanish also spoken.