Wildwood / Sunset Park Place, Middletown, OH
Is Wildwood / Sunset Park Place a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Middletown, Ohio - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe210
Medium282
Low352
Other1103
151 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape34
Child involved44
Assault18
Other62
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 possible domestic dispute at a lot on Germantown Road, where a caller reported that his girlfriend was beating him and had tried to stab him with a knife. Radio traffic later indicated the involved parties were separated. | Germantown Rd, Middletown, OH 45042 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible stroke patient at a residence near South Clinton Street in Middletown after a third-party caller reported the person needed an ambulance. | S Clinton St, Middletown, OH 45044 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are sent to a location on South Clinton Street in Middletown for a third-party report that a stroke patient needs an ambulance. The call comes from a non-English speaking woman, and cross streets are noted as First and Second. | S Clinton St, Middletown, OH 45044 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was requested near Jewell Avenue in Middletown. The check may involve a person named in the report. | Jewell Ave, Middletown, OH 45042 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers investigated a report of a suspicious dark SUV stopped in the roadway near a pharmacy on West Main Street in Trenton. The vehicle’s license plate checked clear to a registered Toyota from Cincinnati, and it was determined the driver was waiting for a rideshare. The officer then cleared the contact and returned to service. | W Main St, Trenton, OH 45067 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are checking the area near Sutphin Street in Middletown for a reported suspicious person dressed in all black with an eyepatch, carrying a backpack and a box with an air mattress, last seen heading southbound. | S Sutphin St, Middletown, OH 45044 | Suspicious Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police responded to a domestic-related situation near Sherman Avenue after a male caller repeatedly said his own name and then hung up. Officers found that the man is under a protection order to stay away from a woman at that location. The woman did not want theft charges for a cell phone. The man reportedly left the area on South Sutphin Street, dressed in black and carrying a backpack and a box with an air mattress, and officers set a perimeter and deployed a K9 to search for him. | Sherman Ave, Middletown, OH 45044 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a location near Sherman Avenue for a possible disturbance after a caller repeatedly mentioned a person’s name, refused to answer questions, and then hung up. The callback number appears to be a government phone, so officers cannot return the call. | Sherman Ave, Middletown, OH 45044 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report from a caller on Yankee Road about a suspicious man wearing a ball cap who walked up to a window and asked about cutting the grass. An officer indicated they could check the situation. | Yankee Rd, Middletown, OH 45044 | Suspicious Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a suspicious man offering to cut grass and approaching a caller’s window at a home on Yankee Road in Middletown. Units discussed and linked this to an earlier related call at a nearby Yankee Road address and coordinated their response by radio. | Yankee Rd, Middletown, OH 45044 | Suspicious Person |
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Median Home Price
$152,336
Average Rent
$2,064
Vacancy Rate
8%
Wildwood / Sunset Park Place at a Glance
This suburban neighborhood in Middletown, Ohio, features mostly medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings, many built before 1940.
The community has a below average income with a high child poverty rate compared to most U.S. neighborhoods.
SuburbanOwner-OccupiedBelow Average Income
Quick Facts
| Child Poverty Rate | 33.3% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Below average |
Housing market and real estate character
Wildwood / Sunset Park Place has mostly medium to small single-family homes and small apartments, many built before 1940 and some between 1940 and 1969, with a majority owner-occupied.
| Owner Occupied Rate | High |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings |
| Built Pre-1940 | Many residences |
What buyers will notice right away
Many homes were built before 1940, offering historic character.
High owner occupancy suggests residential stability.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood supports a below average income community with a high child poverty rate and a diverse occupational mix.
Occupations include executive, sales, manufacturing, and clerical roles.
Community faces economic challenges but maintains diverse employment.
Diverse Workforce — Occupations range from executive to sales and manufacturing jobs.
| Child Poverty Rate | 33.3% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Below average |
Demographics & Culture
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 28.4% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Below average |
| Child Poverty Rate | 33.3% |
| Scottish Ancestry | 8.5% |
| Czechoslovakian Ancestry | 0.6% |
| Top Languages | ["English (98.1%)","Italian (4.5%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["English (22.5%)","German (20.3%)","Irish (14.0%)","Scottish (8.5%)","Hungarian (2.0%)"] |
Commute Patterns
Most residents have a short commute and primarily drive alone to work, with some carpooling.
Wildwood / Sunset Park Place offers manageable commute times with high private vehicle use and notable carpooling.
Short Commutes — 40.7% of residents commute 15-30 minutes, less than average.
Car Dependency — Most residents drive alone; carpooling is more common than in many neighborhoods.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 82.6% |
| Carpool Rate | 14.2% |
Homes for sale near 45042
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
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2 bd | 2 ba | 1,507 sqft
Creekside Luxury Villa Plan, Waterford Place
Middletown, OH, 45042
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Wildwood / Sunset Park Place?
The median home price is $152,336, less expensive than 77.4% of Ohio neighborhoods.
What is the child poverty rate?
33.3%, which is higher than 84.7% of U.S. neighborhoods.