Drakesburg / Freedom, OH
Is Drakesburg / Freedom a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe21
Medium24
Low35
Other118
15 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape3
Child involved4
Assault2
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, fire and EMS units are providing mutual aid to a care facility on Diagonal Road for a 22-year-old woman with a tracheostomy who is in respiratory distress. A specific entrance door was designated for responding crews. | Diagonal Rd, Mantua, OH 44255 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS dispatched to the Brady’s Leap Service Plaza on Limeridge Road in Freedom Township for a woman around 60 who fell, injuries unknown. | Limeridge Rd, Mantua, OH 44255 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to check on an approximately 80-year-old woman who reportedly had not been seen for several days near Wayne Road in Mantua. | Wayne Rd, Mantua, OH 44255 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were sent to an open burn near Page Road in Aurora, where a construction crew was reportedly burning wood cutoffs and debris. Responders determined it was a small controlled fire and planned to let it burn out without adding more material. | Page Rd, Aurora, OH 44202 | Fire |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a parking complaint near Main Street Place on Main Street, where a golf cart was reportedly parked in a driveway and possibly blocking access for emergency responders. | Main St, Mantua, OH 44255 | Traffic |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies conduct a traffic check on a green semi truck with a black soft-top cover on an eastbound highway near the 31 mile marker. | E 31 mile, Mantua, OH 44255 | Traffic |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible road hazard west of Route 44 near a westbound ramp, described as debris or equipment in the left lane. A car bumper was later reported on the front lawn of the Portage Service Plaza that may need to be removed. | Milepost 197.0 – Westbound, Mantua, OH 44255 | Traffic |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an 82-year-old woman fell near Wayne Road and may have a broken leg. Emergency squads are responding. | Wayne Rd, Mantua, OH 44255 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, monroe Fire Department squad requested to assist a 75-year-old female with abdominal pain and headache near Park Street. | Park St, Mantua, OH 44255 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 10, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible road hazard was reported involving a tree branch in the eastbound lanes near Coit Road in Mantua, Ohio. | Coit Rd, Mantua, OH 44255 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$236,661
Average Rent
$1,572
Vacancy Rate
9.5%
Drive Alone Rate
92.5%
Nearby neighborhoods
Drakesburg / Freedom Neighborhood Overview
Drakesburg / Freedom is a rural neighborhood in Windham, Ohio, with a median home price of $236,661 and average rent of $1,572. The vacancy rate is 9.5%, higher than most U.S. neighborhoods.
The community is ethnically diverse with notable Hungarian and Czechoslovakian ancestries. Polish is spoken at home by 10.2% of residents, a rate higher than 98.2% of U.S. neighborhoods.
RuralDiverse AncestryHigh Car Commute
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Drakesburg / Freedom consists mainly of small to medium single-family homes and mobile homes, mostly owner occupied.
| Housing Age | Built mostly between 1970 and 1999, with some newer homes |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
| Housing Type Mix | Single-family and mobile homes |
What buyers will notice right away
Mix of small to medium single-family homes and mobile homes.
Higher vacancy rate may indicate weaker demand or new construction.
Families and Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a strong manufacturing and labor workforce with a significant professional presence.
Rural and Car-Dependent — High rate of driving alone reflects rural setting and car reliance.
| Manufacturing and Laborer Occupations | 34.5% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management, and Professional Occupations | 32.7% |
| Sales and Service Jobs | 19.6% |
| Clerical and Tech Support | 12.0% |
Demographics
| Child Poverty Rate | 7.7% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Middle income |
| Top Ancestries | ["German (17.1%)","English (12.2%)","Irish (12.0%)","Italian (8.2%)","Polish (7.4%)"] |
| Languages Spoken | ["English (98.5%)","Polish (10.2%)","Italian"] |
| Hungarian Ancestry | 3.9% |
| Czechoslovakian Ancestry | 1.0% |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with typical commute times under 30 minutes.
Drakesburg / Freedom has one of the highest drive-alone rates nationally, reflecting rural car dependence.
High Drive Alone Rate — 92.5% of commuters drive alone, among the highest in the U.S.
Moderate Commute Times — Most residents commute 15 to 30 minutes.
| Typical Commute Time | 15 to 30 minutes (44.3%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 92.5% |
Homes for sale near 44255
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$2,895,000
4 bd | 5 ba | 3,684 sqft
44255 Diamondback Way
Steamboat Springs, CO, 80487
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Drakesburg / Freedom?
The median home price is $236,661, mid-range for Ohio.
How do most residents commute to work?
92.5% drive alone, a rate higher than 98.8% of U.S. neighborhoods.