Urbana East, Urbana, OH
Is Urbana East a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Urbana, OH - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe33
Medium11
Low16
Other136
46 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape7
Child involved18
Assault3
Other19
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, a medical emergency involving heat exposure occurred near Elm Street in Urbana. Fire and EMS units responded to the scene. | Elm St, Urbana, OH 43078 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical alarm was reported near Lewis B Moore Drive, South High Street, and Phoenix Drive in Urbana. Medic 3 was dispatched to the location. | Lewis B Moore Dr, Urbana, OH 43078 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, urbana Fire units were dispatched for a city lift assist near Gwynne Street at the intersection with Sarah Street and Edgewood Avenue. | Gwynne St, Urbana, OH 43078 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, battalion 1 and Medic 2 were dispatched to a report of an unconscious person of unknown condition near Concord Street, close to Moss Grove Street and Pinder Street. | Concord St, Urbana, OH 43078 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were sent to a possible unconscious patient reported after a fall at an apartment near West Court Street in Urbana, with fire and medic units responding. | W Court St, Urbana, OH 43078 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 2500 block of Clark Road involving a specific vehicle. | Clark Rd, Urbana, OH 43078 | Traffic |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic responded to a patient fall near Grimes Avenue and North Main Street in Urbana. | Grimes Ave, Urbana, OH 43078 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medics were dispatched to a report of an unconscious person near Grimes Avenue and North Main Street in Urbana. | Grimes Ave, Urbana, OH 43078 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible unconscious person near a lot along South US Route 68 by East Dallas Road close to the county line. | US-68 Lot 48, Urbana, OH 43078 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a lift assist medical call was reported near Grimes Avenue at the intersection of North Main Street and Grimes Circle in Urbana. | Grimes Ave, Urbana, OH 43078 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$226,070
Average Rent
$1,311
Vacancy Rate
15%
Nearby neighborhoods
Urbana East at a Glance
Urbana East is a suburban neighborhood in Urbana, Ohio, with a median home price of $226,070 and average rent of $1,311. Housing includes historic homes and small apartments.
Vacancy is high at 15%, indicating many empty homes. Most residents have short commutes under 15 minutes and a diverse occupational mix.
SuburbanHistoric HomesMixed Tenure
Quick Facts
| Short Commutes | 55.2% under 15 minutes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Urbana East features a mix of medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family and small apartments |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many built before 1940, some 1940-1969 |
What buyers will notice right away
Many homes built before 1940, offering historic character.
Vacancy rate well above average, indicating many empty homes.
Families & Lifestyle
Urbana East has a diverse occupational mix and moderate childhood poverty rate.
Diverse Occupations — Residents work in professional, manufacturing, and sales roles.
| Children Below Poverty Line | 14.5% |
|---|---|
| Occupational Mix | 39.7% professional, 30.6% manufacturing, 17.2% sales/service |
Demographics
| Income Level | Lower-middle income |
|---|---|
| Top Languages | English 99.1%, Italian, Polish |
| Top Ancestries | Irish 15.7%, English 13.7%, German 13.6%, Scottish 3.5%, Swedish 2.5% |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone to work.
Urbana East offers short commute times and high rates of solo driving.
Short Commutes — Over half commute under 15 minutes.
Car Ownership — Most residents drive alone to work.
| Commute Time | 55.2% under 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 83.7% |
| Carpool Rate | 9.6% |
Homes for sale near 43078
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Urbana East?
The median home price is $226,070.
What is the vacancy rate?
Vacancy rate is 15%, higher than most U.S. neighborhoods.