Falling Water Rd / The Bluffs, Strongsville, OH
Is Falling Water Rd / The Bluffs a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe297
Medium256
Low319
Other1602
102 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape11
Child involved41
Assault20
Other39
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 responded to a suspicious person and truck reported near Parma Park Boulevard in Parma. A caller said someone was walking with a flashlight between two houses and that a truck with very bright lights was following them. Officers checked the area toward Pearl Road and it appears no one was found around the truck before they cleared the scene. | Parma Park Blvd, Parma, OH 44130 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers requested assistance to check the area of Pearl Road near West 130th Street and Morse Road in Cleveland for several juveniles walking there, including a possible missing juvenile from Parma. | Pearl Rd & W 130th St, Parma Heights, OH 44130 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a possible shoplifting at a CVS near West Bagley Road in Berea. A male suspect reportedly stole items and was last seen jogging westbound on Bagley near a bridge and the North Rocky River area, with officers checking nearby streets and parkway areas for him. | W Bagley Rd, Berea, OH 44017 | Theft Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers investigated a report of a person wandering behind a business on State Road near Lander. Assisting units determined the man apparently works at the business and was walking home, and the welfare check was reported as okay. | State Rd, North Royalton, OH 44133 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a person wandering behind a business. They contacted a male who apparently works there, was leaving late, and was walking home. Officers reported that everything appeared to be okay. | State Rd, North Royalton, OH 44133 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers had contact with an adult woman at a hospital, offered her advice, and provided a bus pass so she could travel to another hospital. An officer planned to stop by the hospital again because she might call for an ambulance. | Middleburg Heights, OH 44130 | Non-Crime / Welfare Check |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a patient contact in Middleburg Heights. Squad 6 is transporting the patient to Hoosier Hospital. | Middleburg Heights, OH 44130 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical responders and police were called to Diplomat Healthcare near West 130th for a patient needing a psychiatric evaluation and showing a change in mental status. The patient reportedly was abusive toward staff in the front lobby. | W 130th St, North Royalton, OH 44133 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call in North Royalton near Albion Road involves a 77-year-old female who fell and hit her head and elbow. Responders are requested to use the back patio door. | Albion Rd, North Royalton, OH | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 3 dispatched to a residence near Olympus Way for an elderly female with stomach pain. Caller requested crews use the garage door. There was a premise hazard reported for bed bugs. | Olympus Way, Strongsville, OH 44149 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$267,796
Average Rent
$1,808
Vacancy Rate
2.4%
Neighborhood Overview
Falling Water Rd / The Bluffs is a suburban neighborhood in Strongsville, Ohio, with a mix of small to medium apartments and single-family homes.
The median home price is $267,796 and average rent is $1,808, both above many Ohio neighborhoods, with a low vacancy rate indicating strong demand.
SuburbanRenter OccupiedEstablished Homes
Quick Facts
| Suburban Neighborhood | Yes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Falling Water Rd / The Bluffs consists mainly of small to medium apartments and single-family homes, with most units renter occupied.
| Renter Occupied Rate | High |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Small to medium apartments and single-family homes |
| Housing Age | Many built between 1970 and 1999, some between 1940 and 1969 |
What buyers will notice right away
Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited supply.
Mix of apartments and single-family homes suits various lifestyles.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a diverse occupational mix and a higher childhood poverty rate than many U.S. neighborhoods.
Occupational diversity supports varied lifestyles.
Childhood poverty rate is moderate compared to national levels.
Occupational Mix — 38.6% executives/professionals; 24.3% clerical/tech support; 24.0% manufacturing/labor; 13.1% sales/service.
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 11.5% |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Share | 38.6% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 38.6% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Lower-middle income |
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 11.5% |
| Top Languages | ["English (76.9%)","German/Yiddish (2.1%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["German (20.6%)","Asian (16.3%)","Irish (12.5%)","Polish (7.9%)","English (5.0%)"] |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes, with a majority driving alone and some carpooling.
Residents benefit from relatively short commutes and moderate carpooling rates.
Short Commutes — 40.2% commute between 15 and 30 minutes.
Car Usage — Majority drive alone; some carpool to work.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 66.6% |
| Carpool Rate | 6.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Falling Water Rd / The Bluffs?
The median home price is $267,796, more expensive than 56.2% of Ohio neighborhoods.
What is the childhood poverty rate?
11.5%, which is higher than 53.5% of U.S. neighborhoods.