Homerville, Spencer, OH

Is Homerville a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Spencer, Ohio - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.

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Hoodscore

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe3

Medium3

Low8

Other45

3 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape0

Child involved0

Assault1

Other2

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, fire crews were requested to a location on Smith Road for a reported hydraulic fluid spill from a sprayer on the roadway, with deputies already on scene asking for a washdown.	Smith Rd, Spencer, OH 44275	Fire
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a 31-year-old female experiencing severe back pain near Congress Road. Chatham Rescue squad was requested for assistance.	Congress Rd, Lodi, OH 44254	Medical Emergency
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services were requested to Jones Road for a patient who appeared to be combative. Fire personnel were on scene and requested law enforcement assistance.	Jones Rd, Wellington, OH 44090	Medical Emergency
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded near Jones Road to assist a 73-year-old man who fell and may be injured and possibly intoxicated.	Jones Rd, Wellington, OH 44090	Medical Emergency
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a female was reportedly struck by a falling branch near south Main Street in Spencer. Ambulance was requested but later canceled and units stood down.	S Main St, Spencer, OH 44275	Medical Emergency
Jul 12, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a female was struck by a falling branch near South Main Street. She is awake, breathing, walking, and bleeding is being monitored. Central Rescue was paged multiple times for this incident.	S Main St, Spencer, OH 44275	Medical Emergency
Jul 10, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, spencer Rescue was dispatched to a location near Stuart Drive for a 64-year-old male experiencing vertigo. This was the second page for the call.	Stuart Dr, Spencer, OH 44275	Medical Emergency
Jul 10, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews from Lodi and Chatham responded to a medical call near Congress Road in the Lodi area for a 76-year-old man with congestive heart failure, later reported to be in full cardiac arrest.	Congress Rd, Lodi, OH 44254	Medical Emergency
Jul 10, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews in Lodi responded to a possible medical emergency involving an approximately 76-year-old man with reported congestive heart failure issues at a location on Congress Road. Units on scene requested additional personnel from another department.	Congress Rd, Lodi, OH 44254	Medical Emergency
Jul 10, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were sent to a medical call near Congress Road in Lodi for a reported 76-year-old man with possible congestive heart failure, and additional personnel were requested to assist.	Congress Rd, Lodi, OH 44254	Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price

$394,878

Average Rent

$1,816

Vacancy Rate

1.1%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Homerville in Spencer, Ohio, has a median home price of $394,878, making it pricier than most Ohio neighborhoods. The average rent is $1,816, above the state average.

This neighborhood is remote by population density and mainly consists of medium to large single-family homes built mostly between 1970 and 1999, with some older homes as well.

RemoteFamily-FriendlyMedium to Large Homes

Quick Facts

Vacancy Rate	1.1%

Housing market and real estate character

Homerville's housing stock is dominated by owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes, mostly built between 1970 and 1999, with some older properties.

Owner Occupied Rate	High
Housing Type	Medium to large single-family homes and apartments
Built 1970-1999	Majority

What buyers will notice right away

Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand relative to supply.

Most homes built between 1970 and 1999, offering mature community feel.

Families & Lifestyle

Homerville is among Ohio's top 10.2% family-friendly neighborhoods, with good schools, high home ownership, and a strong community of families with school-aged children.

Good quality public schools support family life.

High owner occupancy fosters community stability.

Community-Oriented — Many families with school-aged children create social opportunities and support.

Family-Friendly Rank in Ohio	Top 10.2%
Home Ownership	High

Demographics

Executive, Management, Professional Occupations	35.2%
Government Employment	16.1%
Child Poverty Rate	17.8%
Income Level	Moderate
Ukrainian Ancestry	5.4%
Czechoslovakian Ancestry	1.0%
Polish Language Speakers	13.7%
Top Ancestries	["German (24.4%)","Irish (12.2%)","English (11.2%)","Polish (6.7%)","Ukrainian (5.4%)"]