Neighborhood Crime Report
West Akron
Akron, OH
C+

Crime Score

Higher than average crime

Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault 137
37% above avg
Robbery 92
8% below avg
Burglary 118
18% above avg
Larceny/Theft 131
31% above avg
Vehicle Theft 138
38% above avg
Demographics
$89,835
Average Home
$47,159
Average Income
16,355
Population
43.0
Average Age
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Crime Level
Low High
West Akron Details

West Akron, Akron Crime Information

Akron, OH neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

C+

West Akron

Akron, OH

Crime Score: C+ – Higher than average crime

Low High
16,355
Population
$47,159
Median Income
$89,835
Median Home Value
43.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 137
Robbery 92
Burglary 118
Larceny/Theft 131
Vehicle Theft 138

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$89,835
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
56.3%
Renter Occupied
43.8%

Cost of Living

28% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -19%
🛒 Food & Groceries -32%
🚗 Transportation -25%
🏥 Healthcare -34%
💡 Utilities -5%

Demographics

Education Level

34.2%
High School+
12.1%
Bachelor's+
6.8%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
12.8%
Black/African American
82.4%
Hispanic/Latino
1.9%
Asian
0.5%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
35° / 19°F
Summer (Jul)
83° / 61°F
🌧️
37.8"
Annual Rain
❄️
48.0"
Annual Snow

About West Akron

West Akron is a neighborhood located in Akron, OH. With a crime score of C+, this area has higher than average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 16,355 residents with a median household income of $47,159.

Safety Tips

  • Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
  • Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
  • Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
  • Report suspicious activity to local authorities