New Haven, Willard, Ohio

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

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe21

Medium10

Low40

Other126

19 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape4

Child involved9

Assault3

Other7

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 aid request was made near Plymouth Spring Mill Road for a female reportedly feeling like she is going to vomit and experiencing back pain. Mutual aid squad requested for Plymouth area.	Plymouth Springmill Rd, Plymouth, OH 44865	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, mutual aid EMS dispatched for a female near Plymouth Springmill Road, experiencing nausea and back pain.	Plymouth Springmill Rd, Plymouth, OH 44865	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers report a possible single-vehicle crash near Plymouth-Springmill Road and Oakside Road in the Plymouth area, with a medical squad requested and later cleared.	Plymouth Springmill Rd, Plymouth, OH 44865	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible single-vehicle crash on Plymouth Springmill Road near Oak Dyke Road and Spring Mill Road, with a female caller requesting medical assistance. A squad was requested to respond to the area.	Plymouth Springmill Rd, Plymouth, OH 44865	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a call from a resident reporting that a person identified in the call had left a residence near Springmill Street in Plymouth. Deputies were sent to the area and reported searching nearby to try to locate the individual. Additional radio traffic referenced other pending calls, including possible vandalism and a broken water main, but the primary focus appeared to be the search for the person who left.	Springmill St, Plymouth, OH 44865	Missing Person
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible harassment complaint at a residence on Crestwood Drive in Willard, Ohio. The call appears to be a repeat report at the same location.	Crestwood Dr, Willard, OH 44890	Disturbance
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a commercial fire alarm at an industrial facility on South Conwell Avenue after an alarm company reported a possible water flow issue and notified key holders.	S Conwell Ave, Willard, OH 44890	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call involving a 70-year-old male was reported near Northwest between Myers Road and Dale Road. The exact condition is unclear but appears to be an emergency medical services incident.	Dale Ave, Willard, OH 44890	Medical Emergency
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, an EMS squad was requested near West High Street at McDonough and Bell streets in Plymouth for a 58-year-old male experiencing sharp pain in his back and head. Mutual aid with Plymouth Squad was requested.	W High St, Plymouth, OH 44865	Medical Emergency
Jul 14, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was dispatched near West High Street and Bell Street for a 58-year-old male experiencing sharp pain in his back and head. A squad was requested.	W High St, Plymouth, OH 44865	Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price

$171,922

Average Rent

$1,171

Vacancy Rate

10.7%

Nearby neighborhoods

Neighborhood Overview

New Haven is a rural neighborhood in Willard, Ohio, featuring mostly medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings built mainly between 1940 and 1999.

The area has a higher vacancy rate than average, indicating many homes may be unoccupied, and a strong presence of manufacturing and labor occupations among residents.

RuralAffordable HousingManufacturing Hub

Quick Facts

Short Commutes	64.5% commute under 15 minutes

Housing market and real estate character

New Haven's housing stock consists mainly of older, well-established single-family homes and small apartments, with a mix of owners and renters.

Housing Age	Most homes built 1940-1969, some 1970-1999
Housing Type	Medium to small single-family homes and small apartments
Owner vs Renter Mix	Mixed ownership and rental occupancy

What buyers will notice right away

Median home prices are below most Ohio and U.S. neighborhoods, offering affordable options.

Many homes were built mid-20th century, which may require maintenance or updates.

Families & Lifestyle

New Haven attracts a mix of residents including retirees and families, with a strong manufacturing workforce and diverse cultural roots.

The neighborhood's mix of occupations supports a stable working-class community.

Short commutes and affordable housing appeal to families and retirees alike.

Diverse Ancestry — Residents include notable Romanian and Swiss ancestry populations, with multiple languages spoken.

Quiet & Peaceful — Ranked better for retirement living than 89.2% of Ohio neighborhoods.

Manufacturing & Labor Jobs	46.0% of working residents
Executive & Professional Jobs	23.0% of residents
Child Poverty Rate	7.2%

Demographics

Income Level	Lower-middle income
Child Poverty Rate	7.2%
Top Ancestries	German (20.0%), Mexican (10.7%), Irish (10.5%), English (7.5%), Dutch (4.6%)
Languages Spoken	English (91.1%), Spanish, Italian, Greek (0.8%)
Romanian Ancestry	1.9%
Swiss Ancestry	2.1%