New Philadelphia, OH
Is City Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in New Philadelphia, OH - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe34
Medium12
Low24
Other257
58 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape7
Child involved21
Assault4
Other28
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 male adult is reported with difficulty breathing and chest pains near South Fairview Avenue and Sterling Avenue, Dover Township. The symptoms have been ongoing for over an hour and the man has (number withheld) lung. | S Fairview Ave, Dover, OH 44622 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reckless driving complaint involving a white Chevy sedan on Canal Road near Dover. The vehicle was reportedly followed by the caller and later came upon or was involved in a crash near Dover Dam. Multiple vehicles were on scene, the road was shut down, and fire and EMS, including a squad and tow service, were requested. | Canal Rd, Dover, OH 44622 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible fall incident was reported near 12th Street Northwest, (number withheld), with a third-party caller indicating a neighbor may have fallen and could be heard yelling. Cross streets are Sherman Avenue Northwest and an alley. | 12th St NW, New Philadelphia, OH 44663 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a report of a man lying on the ground in a parking lot near a drugstore on Second Street Northwest, possibly having convulsions. Police have been notified. | 2nd St NW, New Philadelphia, OH 44663 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews from Station 21 responded to a medical call for a 71-year-old man who reportedly collapsed and struck his head inside a location near North Broadway in New Philadelphia. Additional station personnel were requested to assist. | N Broadway St, New Philadelphia, OH 44663 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an EMS unit reported transporting a possible stroke patient to a local hospital in the Union area. | Boulevard St, Dover, OH 44622 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call for a 78-year-old man who fell in the driveway near Kaserman Avenue Northeast. He hit his head and is bleeding from the top of his head, with lacerations to his hands. | Kaserman Ave NE, New Philadelphia, OH 44663 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to investigate a reported electrical burning odor and haze in the area near Oak Street Northwest, with the source possibly coming from outside toward Johnson Avenue in New Philadelphia. | Oak St NW, New Philadelphia, OH 44663 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an elderly man approximately 77 years old fell near Poplar Avenue NW and needs assistance to get up. He was not injured and appears to be using the sliding glass door by the driveway for access. | Poplar Ave NW, New Philadelphia, OH 44663 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, the operator of a commercial vehicle was transported from a fire scene to Union Hospital in Dover, possibly related to a crash or incident. | Boulevard St, Dover, OH 44622 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$127,898
Average Rent
$1,246
Vacancy Rate
8.7%
Overview
New Philadelphia City Center is a suburban neighborhood with a mix of small to medium single-family homes and apartments, many built before 1940 and some between 1970 and 1999.
The area has a median home price of $127,898 and average rent of $1,246, both below most Ohio neighborhoods. Vacancy rate is 8.7%, near the national middle range.
SuburbanHistoric HomesAffordable Housing
Quick Facts
| Child Poverty Rate | 46.4% |
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Housing market and real estate character
The housing stock in City Center consists mainly of small to medium single-family homes and apartment complexes, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Vacancy Rate | 8.7% |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many homes built before 1940, some between 1970 and 1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Median home prices and rents are below most Ohio neighborhoods, offering affordable housing choices.
Many residences are historic, adding unique charm to the neighborhood.
Families & Lifestyle
City Center has a diverse community with a notable concentration of divorcees and a high child poverty rate.
Diverse Community — Residents include a mix of family types and occupations, with many employed in sales, service, and manufacturing.
| Divorcee Concentration | Higher than 99.4% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 46.4% |
Demographics
| Per Capita Income | Lower than 97.3% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Occupations | 34.7% sales and service, 34.6% manufacturing and labor, 17.3% executive and professional |
| Top Ancestries | German (21.6%), Irish (17.0%), Italian (11.4%), English (10.8%), Mexican (5.8%) |
| Languages Spoken | English (88.5%), Italian (9.5%), Spanish, Polish |
| Ancestry Highlights | Austrian (2.0%) and Scots-Irish (5.1%) ancestry higher than nearly all U.S. neighborhoods |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes, with a high rate of driving alone to work.
City Center residents mostly drive alone and enjoy short commutes, reflecting suburban car dependency.
High Drive Alone Rate — 94.0% of commuters drive alone, indicating reliance on private vehicles.
Short Commutes — Majority spend under 15 minutes commuting, among the shortest in the nation.
| Commute Time Under 15 Minutes | 61.8% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 94.0% |
Homes for sale near 44663
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$319,900
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,542 sqft
163 Bob Ed Harris Ave SW
New Philadelphia, OH, 44663
$309,900
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,548 sqft
2431 Pleasant Valley Rd NE
New Philadelphia, OH, 44663
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in City Center?
The median home price is $127,898, which is less expensive than 83.8% of Ohio neighborhoods.
How diverse is the neighborhood?
City Center has diverse ancestries including German, Irish, Italian, and notable Austrian and Scots-Irish populations.