
Is Tallmadge Southeast a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Tallmadge, OH - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
238 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, officers were dispatched for a welfare check at a Circle K on 4th Street after a caller reported the store should be closed but its lights were still on and cars were driving slowly in the area. | 4th St, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a reported animal bite near Fifth Avenue, close to Ross Street and Maxon Drive in Akron. | 5th Ave, Akron, OH 44306 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews investigate a reported carbon monoxide detector activation at a home near Avon Street by East Dalton Street and Norman Street. | Avon St, Akron, OH 44310 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police are responding to a harassment complaint near 5th Street in Cuyahoga Falls. The caller reported a prior physical assault earlier today and a possible death threat received by mail or email. The caller requested officers park down the street so neighbors do not notice. | 5th St, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a disabled silver or white SUV or sedan, possibly a Tesla, with hazard lights on near a restaurant on Railroad Road. A responding unit indicated the call could be held until they were available. | Darrow Rd, Stow, OH 44224 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical unit was dispatched to assist police for a possible incident near Patterson Avenue and East Cuyahoga Falls Avenue in Akron. | E Cuyahoga Falls Ave & Patterson Ave, Akron, OH 44310 | Other Incidents |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a grocery store on Kent Road for a report of kids loitering on a ramp in a white car, possibly smoking, based on a passerby’s call. | Kent Rd, Stow, OH 44224 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a report of a suspicious silver crossover SUV that had reportedly been sitting in a church parking lot on George Washington Boulevard in Akron since about 9:40 p.m. Another unit advised they could handle the call and later arrived on scene to check the vehicle. | George Washington Blvd, Akron, OH 44312 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller working as a social worker with a children's organization requested a return call about a possible prior assault at a residence on Woodside Lane in Tallmadge, Ohio. | Woodside Ln, Tallmadge, OH 44278 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were advised of possible suspicious activity at a car dealership involving a silver SUV dropping off a man who then got into a white SUV on the property. | West Ave, Tallmadge, OH 44278 | Suspicious Activity |
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Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Tallmadge Southeast is a suburban neighborhood in Tallmadge, Ohio, with mostly medium to large single-family homes and townhomes. Homes are primarily built between 1940 and 1999.
The median home price is $315,679 and average rent is $1,464. The vacancy rate is low at 1.5%, reflecting strong demand.
Quick Facts
| High Owner Occupancy | Yes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Tallmadge Southeast is dominated by owner-occupied detached single-family homes, with very few other housing types and a low vacancy rate.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Very high |
|---|---|
| Detached Single-Family Homes | Dominant housing type |
| Housing Age | Most homes built between 1940 and 1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
Tallmadge Southeast ranks among the top 10.4% family-friendly neighborhoods in Ohio, with good schools, safety, and many families with school-aged children.
| Family-Friendly Rank in Ohio | Top 10.4% |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Occupations | 38.9% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 1.7% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 38.9% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Upper-middle income |
| Child Poverty Rate | 1.7% |
| German Ancestry | 25.3% |
| English Ancestry | 14.9% |
| Irish Ancestry | 13.5% |
| Top Languages | ["English","Polish"] |
Commute
Most residents have commutes between 15 and 30 minutes, with a high rate of driving alone to work.
Tallmadge Southeast offers moderate-length commutes with a car-dependent travel pattern.
| Commute 15-30 Minutes | 42.2% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 82.7% |
Homes for sale near 44278
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of homes are common?
Mostly medium to large detached single-family homes and townhomes built between 1940 and 1999.
Is this neighborhood family-friendly?
Yes, it ranks in the top 10.4% for family-friendliness in Ohio with good schools and safety.