
Is Vandalia, OH (Vandalia West) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Vandalia, Ohio - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
19 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, a medical emergency involving diabetic issues was reported near Scott Drive, Heather Street, and Beach Grove Drive. Medic 98 was dispatched with an alpha-level response. | Scott Dr, Englewood, OH 45322 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was dispatched near East Main Street with unit 11-112 responding and reporting on scene. | E Main St, Verona, OH 45378 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a possible traffic stop involving a white Jeep near South Miami Street and Frederick Garland Road. The incident appears to involve checking the vehicle’s registration details. | W Frederick Garland Rd & S Miami St, West Milton, OH 45383 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible disturbance near North Main Street and Old Springfield Road, where someone is reportedly being held down and Union units are being notified. | Old Springfield Rd & N Main St, Union, OH 45322 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a reported person down near the intersection of North Main Street and Old Springfield Road in Union, Ohio. | Old Springfield Rd & N Main St, Union, OH 45322 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units were requested for an agency assist after a report of crews holding a person down in the area of North Main and Old Springfield (exact address not specified in the radio traffic). | Old Springfield Rd & N Main St, Union, OH 45322 | Other Incidents |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a chest pain call near Lenore Street cross of Dead End and Dean's Avenue. | Deans Ct, Union, OH 45322 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic unit dispatched to medical emergency near West Main Street involving a 67-year-old woman. | W Main St, Dayton, OH 45426 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, crews were dispatched to a possible stroke involving a woman near Shaw Drive in Union, Ohio. | Shaw Rd, Union, OH 45322 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS units responded to a possible stroke incident near Shaw Road. | Shaw Rd, Union, OH 45322 | Medical Emergency |
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Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Vandalia West is a suburban neighborhood in Vandalia, Ohio, with mostly medium to small single-family homes and small apartments built between 1970 and 1999.
The neighborhood has a 0.0% vacancy rate, indicating very tight housing supply and strong demand.
Quick Facts
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Vandalia West includes a mix of owner-occupied and rental properties, with mostly single-family homes and small apartments.
| Built 1970-1999 | Majority of residences |
|---|---|
| Owner vs Renter Occupancy | Mixed ownership and rental |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood supports an upper-middle income lifestyle with a diverse occupational mix.
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 45.6% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing & Laborer Occupations | 25.9% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Above average |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 3.4% |
| English Speakers | 93.1% |
| Top Ancestries | ["German (19.8%)","English (18.7%)","Irish (11.2%)","Italian (5.4%)","Asian (3.0%)","Lithuanian (1.0%)"] |
Commute
Most residents have very short commutes and primarily drive alone or carpool.
Vandalia West offers some of the shortest commutes in the nation with strong car usage.
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 84.6% |
| Carpool Rate | 7.0% |
Homes for sale near 45354
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Vandalia West?
The median home price is $341,155, higher than 70.3% of Ohio neighborhoods.
What types of housing are common?
A mix of small to medium single-family homes and small apartment buildings.
How is the commute?
Most residents have very short commutes under 15 minutes, mostly driving alone.