
Is Clermontville / Laurel a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in New Richmond, OH - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
13 Registered Offenders Nearby
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, dispatchers report a possible alarm activation at a Washington Township outpost near State Route 756 in the Moscow area. | OH-756, Moscow, OH 45153 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible theft in progress near Fifth Street and Cherry Alley in Moscow, where two to three young males were reportedly stealing cable wire from the intersection. Units were dispatched and later advised they were available. | 5th St & Cherry Alley, Moscow, OH 45153 | Theft Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are responding to a reported open burn involving a tree stump on fire near Bethel Hygiene Road in Bethel, Ohio. | Bethel Hygiene Rd, Bethel, OH 45106 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are responding to a business on Shortcut Road in California, Kentucky, for a reported fire hydrant flowing at the California Marketplace. An officer is already on scene reporting the apparent hydrant problem. | Shortcut Rd, California, KY 41007 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical responders were dispatched to a location near Swings Corner Point Isabel Road for a 71-year-old female experiencing breathing problems, who was conscious and breathing. Medic 14 was assigned to the call. | Swings Corner Point Isabel Rd, Bethel, OH 45106 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a fall injury involving a 77-year-old woman near Michael Drive. The patient was conscious and breathing upon arrival. | Michael Dr, New Richmond, OH 45157 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was reported for injuries from a fall at Michael Drive near State Route 232. A 77-year-old female patient was conscious and breathing. Medic 33 was dispatched to the location. | Michael Dr, New Richmond, OH 45157 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an emergency medical call was made for a 77-year-old woman who fell near Michael Drive. The patient is conscious and breathing. | Michael Dr, New Richmond, OH 45157 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic unit dispatched to the area near Mt Olive Point Isabel Road for a 43-year-old female conscious and breathing with heart problems. | Mt Olive Point Isabel Rd, Bethel, OH 45106 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving possible heart problems was reported near Mount Olive Point Isabel Road close to the intersection with Trees Road and Ironton Trees Road. | Mt Olive Point Isabel Rd, Bethel, OH 45106 | Medical Emergency |
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Overview
Clermontville / Laurel is a rural neighborhood in New Richmond, Ohio, with a median home price of $329,926, ranking above 70% of Ohio neighborhoods.
The area is known for its quiet environment and high owner occupancy, indicating residential stability.
Quick Facts
| Owner Occupied Housing | Higher than 95.2% of US neighborhoods |
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Housing market and real estate character
Housing is mostly owner occupied, consisting of medium to large single-family homes and mobile homes, with moderate vacancy.
| Owner Occupied Housing | Very high rate |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to large single-family homes and mobile homes |
| Vacancy Rate | 8.7% |
| Housing Age | Built mostly 1970-1999 and 2000-present |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood is highly family-friendly with a strong community and educational support.
| Family-Friendly Rank in Ohio | Top 10.5% |
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| Child Poverty Rate | 0.2% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 35.0% |
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| German Ancestry | 25.3% |
| English Ancestry | 14.0% |
| Irish Ancestry | 13.2% |
| Foreign Born | |
| Languages Spoken | English (98.5%) |
Commute
Most residents have longer commutes and primarily drive alone to work.
Clermontville / Laurel features longer commutes with high car dependency.
| Commute Time 45-60 Minutes | 35.1% |
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| Drive Alone Rate | 90.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How quiet is Clermontville / Laurel?
It is one of the quietest neighborhoods in America according to NeighborhoodScout analysis.
What is the owner occupancy rate?
Higher than 95.2% of US neighborhoods, indicating strong residential stability.