Hilltop, Mineral Ridge, OH
Is Hilltop a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe154
Medium157
Low200
Other845
130 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape22
Child involved31
Assault16
Other67
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 driving by reported that a woman was possibly hitting a man outside a residence on Emma Avenue, with two women and one man seen at the location. The caller planned to wait at another nearby address on Emma Avenue to speak with officers. | Emma St, Niles, OH 44446 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a lift assist is reported near Imperial Street, cross streets Waverly Avenue and Salt Springs Road, with Engine 3 responding. | Imperial St, Youngstown, OH 44509 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a business near South State Street for a reported stabbing involving a 37-year-old man with serious back wounds. | S State St, Girard, OH 44420 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an emergency medical squad was dispatched to Mercy Health Behavioral near Belmont Avenue for a 52-year-old male with low vital signs. | Belmont Ave, Youngstown, OH 44505 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a possible suspicious man pacing in front of a home near Pepper Street, then the call was canceled after an update that the person was a neighbor inside the residence. | Peffer, Niles, OH 44446 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a motor vehicle crash involving a couple of motorcycles near the 2200 block of Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard in Youngstown. One person was reported down on the ground and EMS was on scene providing assistance. | Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Youngstown, OH 44510 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS squad called to Shannon Road near Churchill and Park Avenue for a 74-year-old woman with back pain and nausea. | Shannon Rd, Girard, OH 44420 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a client acting violent and disruptive at a location on Russell Avenue. The caller requested both police and an ambulance, and an officer went en route and arrived in the area. | Russell Ave, Niles, OH 44446 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Main Street and Margaret for a reported gold Chevy boat with no registration, based on radio traffic referencing codes 1050 and 1059. | E Margaret Ave & N Main St, Niles, OH 44446 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to check the area near North Road and Woodglen Avenue for a reported dirt bike disturbance. | North Rd & Woodglen Ave, Niles, OH 44446 | Disturbance |
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Median Home Price
$192,506
Drive Alone Commute
93.1%
Vacancy Rate
4.4%
Slovak Ancestry
3.2%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Hilltop is a rural neighborhood in Mineral Ridge, Ohio, with a median home price of $192,506, less expensive than most Ohio neighborhoods.
The community has a high rate of residents driving alone to work and a diverse ancestry including German, Italian, Irish, Slovak, and Welsh roots.
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Quick Facts
| Average Rent | $1,407 |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Hilltop's housing consists mainly of medium to large single-family homes, many built between 1940 and 1969, with low vacancy rates.
| Vacancy Rate | 4.4% |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1940-1969, some 1970-1999 |
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
| Housing Type Mix | Medium to large single-family homes and small apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes were built mid-20th century, offering a stable housing stock.
Vacancy rate is below average, indicating steady demand.
Families & Lifestyle
Hilltop has a balanced occupational mix and a moderate income level with some child poverty.
Diverse Workforce — Residents work in executive, sales, manufacturing, and clerical roles.
Moderate Income — Income levels are middle-income with some economic challenges.
| Executive & Professional Jobs | 29.5% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing & Labor Jobs | 23.6% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 18.0% |
Demographics
| College Educated | |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Middle income |
| Child Poverty Rate | 18.0% |
| Top Ancestries | German (15.4%), Italian (11.1%), Irish (10.4%), English (7.2%), Polish (3.9%), Slovak (3.2%), Welsh (2.1%) |
| Languages Spoken | English (99.6%) |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with a commute time mostly between 15 and 30 minutes.
Hilltop residents overwhelmingly drive alone with relatively short commutes, reflecting its rural character.
Very High Solo Driving — 93.1% drive alone, among the highest nationally.
Moderate Commute Length — Most commutes are under 30 minutes.
| Drive Alone Rate | 93.1% |
|---|---|
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (50.6%) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Hilltop?
The median home price is $192,506, less expensive than 65.4% of Ohio neighborhoods.
How do most residents commute?
93.1% drive alone to work, a rate higher than 99.1% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What ancestries are common in Hilltop?
Common ancestries include German, Italian, Irish, English, Polish, Slovak, and Welsh.