Crime Safety Grade

A+

Westerville, OH Crime Rate

Lower crime than 94% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Westerville Safe?

With an overall crime index of 48, Westerville has a 52% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 446. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Spring Hollow earning an A+ grade while Little Turtle rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Westerville
48
Ohio Avg
97
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
48
52% below average
Violent Crime
56
44% below average
Property Crime
68
32% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Westerville

1 in 446

Property crime: 1 in 368

Where Is It Safe in Westerville?

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Westerville Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 21% below avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 60% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 55 ▼ 45%
Assault Violent 40 ▼ 60%
Robbery Violent 71 ▼ 29%
Burglary Property 66 ▼ 34%
Larceny / Theft Property 79 ▼ 21%
Vehicle Theft Property 60 ▼ 40%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Westerville Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Spring Hollow A+ 18
2 Albany Commons A+ 22
3 Highland Lakes A+ 28
4 Upper Albany A+ 38
5 Blendon A+ 76
6 Sharon Woods A 40
7 Blendon Township A 58
8 Huber Ridge A 50
9 Worthington Park A 64
10 Little Turtle A 86

Westerville Crime by Zip Code

43082
A+ Index: 36
43081
A Index: 46

Westerville Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
40,443
Median Income
$92,287
Home Value
$245,469
Median Rent
$1,113
Home Ownership
78%

Racial Demographics

White
80.2%
Black
9.5%
Hispanic
2.8%
Asian
5.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Westerville?
Westerville has an overall crime index of 48, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Westerville are rated A or B for safety.
Is Westerville safe to live in?
Westerville has a crime safety grade of A+. Very low or no crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Westerville?
The safest neighborhoods in Westerville based on crime data include Spring Hollow, Albany Commons, Highland Lakes, Upper Albany, and Blendon. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Westerville crime compare to the national average?
Westerville's overall crime index is 48 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 52% lower than the typical US city.

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