South Central Park Neighborhood

Is South Central Park a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe137

Medium188

Low502

Other563

49 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape8

Child involved20

Assault7

Other18

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 were dispatched to a home near Augusta Drive after a caller who was dog sitting reported possible suspicious noises around the residence and requested a check of the property.	Augusta Dr, Elyria, OH 44035	Suspicious Activity
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency was reported at Ely Square where a person was knocked out of a wheelchair. Units checked the area and later confirmed all parties were okay and had left the scene.	Ely Square, Elyria, OH 44035	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop near Bainbridge Road in North Ridgeville, Ohio, and requested a records check on a vehicle plate.	Bainbridge Rd, North Ridgeville, OH 44039	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services were dispatched for a possible injury involving a minor who fell near Oakdale Circle, between Rusher Court and Heatherwood Drive.	Oakdale Cir, Elyria, OH 44035	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency was reported at a care facility on Detroit Road, where a caller in a specific room said she was very sick, needed medicine, and could not get up to answer the door.	Detroit Rd, Avon, OH 44011	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers discuss a possible shoplifting incident connected to a previous theft reported at a discount store on Broad Street. They review items in a Walgreens bag, including paper towels, that the person claims to have purchased but cannot show a receipt for.	Broad St, Elyria, OH 44035	Theft Report
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported people fishing in a pond behind a residence near Legends Way. The individuals were reportedly gone by the time deputies followed up, and the caller declined to speak with them but requested extra patrols because similar activity happens frequently.	Legends Way, Grafton, OH 44044	Suspicious Activity
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to check a possible family disturbance at a home near Lee Avenue after a caller to 911 reported having trouble with her mother and screaming was reportedly heard in the background. Dispatch later spoke with a person at the home who appeared upset, and officers were expected to check the residence.	Lee Ave, North Ridgeville, OH 44039	Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported noise complaint near a nursery on Center Road, where cannons were said to be going off every few minutes and disturbing nearby residents.	Center Rd, Avon, OH 44011	Disturbance
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to Bainbridge Road and Route 83 for a possible traffic hazard involving a vehicle hauling another vehicle on a trailer. It was clarified as a disabled hauling vehicle rather than a crash, and an officer remained on scene to direct traffic.	OH-83 & Bainbridge Rd, North Ridgeville, OH 44039	Traffic

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Median Home Price

$271,725

Average Rent

$2,365

Vacancy Rate

4.8%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

South Central Park is a suburban neighborhood in North Ridgeville, Ohio, featuring mostly medium to large single-family homes and mobile homes.

Homes here are primarily owner occupied and built between 1940 and 1999, with a vacancy rate of 4.8%, lower than two-thirds of U.S. neighborhoods.

SuburbanEstablished HomesOwner Occupied

Quick Facts

Typical Commute Time	15-30 minutes

Housing market and real estate character

South Central Park's housing stock consists mainly of medium to large single-family homes built mostly between 1970 and 1999, with a strong owner occupancy rate.

Owner Occupied Rate	Majority
Housing Type	Medium to large single-family and mobile homes
Built 1970-1999	Majority
Vacancy Rate	4.8%

What buyers will notice right away

Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999, offering mature residential settings.

High owner occupancy often points to long-term residential stability.

Families & Lifestyle

South Central Park features a diverse cultural mix with notable Slovak and Hungarian ancestries and a significant Italian-speaking population.

Cultural Heritage — The neighborhood's unique mix of ancestries and languages reflects a rich cultural heritage.

Slovak Ancestry	7.1%
Hungarian Ancestry	4.8%
Italian Speakers	9.6%

Demographics

Executive, Management & Professional Occupations	31.1%
Manufacturing & Laborer Occupations	31.0%
Sales & Service Occupations	21.5%
Clerical & Tech Support Occupations	16.3%
German Ancestry	21.5%
Irish Ancestry	15.6%
Polish Ancestry	14.7%
English Ancestry	9.7%

Commute

Most residents have manageable commutes, with the largest group spending 15 to 30 minutes traveling to work.

South Central Park residents primarily rely on private vehicles with relatively short commute times.

Car Dependent — Most residents drive alone or carpool to work.

Short Commutes — The majority spend less than 30 minutes commuting.

Typical Commute Time	15-30 minutes
Drive Alone Rate	73.7%
Carpool Rate	13.2%

Homes for sale near 44039

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$319,900

4 bd | 2 ba | 1,772 sqft

35888 Chestnut Ridge Rd

North Ridgeville, OH, 44039