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3%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
30%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
10%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleGarfield Heights/100k peopleOhio/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime651n/a (estimate)2,2432,0762,324
Murder8n/a27.66.16.3
Rape23n/a79.348.440.0
Robbery13n/a44.853.166.1
Assault96n/a330.8185.9268.2
Violent crime140n/a (estimate)482294370
Burglary79n/a272.2255.3269.8
Theft403n/a1,388.61,292.91,401.9
Vehicle theft29n/a99.9234.5282.7
Property crime511n/a (estimate)1,7611,7831,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Garfield Heights, OH

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Garfield Heights is 3.5% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 140 violent crimes reported in Garfield Heights, equivalent to 482 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national average by 30.5%. Additionally, Garfield Heights recorded 511 property crimes, amounting to 1761 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 9.9%.

When assessing the overall crime rate in Garfield Heights per 100,000 people, it stands in the median range among all cities with reported crime data. Our analysis of total incidents, encompassing both violent and property crimes, underscores the close alignment of reported Garfield Heights crime rates with the national average as reported by other areas.

While murder rates in the United States have shown a consistent decline since 1990, recent years have witnessed an increase. Unfortunately, Garfield Heights ranks among the cities with the highest murder rates in the nation, when compared to all reporting cities in the U.S. In Garfield Heights, there were a total of 8 murders, translating to 28 murders per 100,000 residents. This alarming statistic underscores the need for heightened attention to community safety and crime prevention efforts in the area.

Garfield Heights maintains a property crime rate that closely resembles the national norm. In Garfield Heights, 1761 property crimes were reported, aligning with the national average of 1954 per 100,000 individuals. Consequently, the area's safety profile stands on par with the average city, neither significantly safer nor more dangerous. This consistency underscores a balanced commitment to community safety and security, providing residents with a stable and reassuring living environment.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Garfield Heights?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Garfield Heights residents. Out of the respondents (38 in total), 26% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Garfield Heights were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 74% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Garfield Heights a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Garfield Heights is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Garfield Heights has a total crime rate that is 3% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 1.78 daily crimes (0.38 violent daily crimes and 1.4 daily property crimes) in Garfield Heights.

Potential Causes for Crime in Garfield Heights

Garfield Heights reports an unemployment rate of 6.1%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. Constrained employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-paying positions can contribute to elevated rates of unemployment and underemployment. Areas where individuals contend with joblessness or insufficient wages may display heightened susceptibility to an increase in criminal activities attributed to economic insecurity. Conversely, regions characterized by robust employment rates often witness a decrease in overall Garfield Heights crime rates.

Regions characterized by high population density frequently encompass expansive urban hubs that offer diverse economic prospects. In such areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, creating pockets of poverty alongside affluence. Economic disparities within these regions may correlate with elevated property crimes and, in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density numbers generally exhibit reduced Garfield Heights crime rates. Garfield Heights registers a population density of 3827.8 people per square mile, in contrast to the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

In Garfield Heights, 81.5% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of any city can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

Garfield Heights crime map



The Garfield Heights crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Garfield Heights as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Garfield Heights crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Garfield Heights crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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Crime Quick Facts

  • Garfield Heights crime rates are 3% lower than the national average
  • Violent crimes in Garfield Heights are 30% higher than the national average
  • In Garfield Heights you have a 1 in 45 chance of becoming a victim of crime
  • Garfield Heights is safer than 22% of the cities in the United States
  • Year over year crime in Garfield Heights has decreased by 28%

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        Daily Crime In Garfield Heights (per 100,000 people)

        The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Garfield Heights, OH per 100,000 people. In Garfield Heights, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.08 times more than the Ohio average and 1.04 times less than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Garfield Heights is 1.64 times more than the Ohio average and 1.30 times more than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Garfield Heights has a daily crime rate that is 1.01 times less than the Ohio average and 1.11 times less than the overall daily national average.

        How Safe is Garfield Heights (higher is better)

        Is Garfield Heights safe in comparison to other cities in the state of Ohio as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in Garfield Heights to other cities in the state and across the country, Garfield Heights is 10% safer than other cities of Ohio and 22% safer than other cities in the nation. Garfield Heights has a ranks below average in comparison to other cities in the country.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Garfield Heights

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Garfield Heights is 1 in 208
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Garfield Heights is 1 in 57
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Garfield Heights is 1 in 45
        How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Garfield Heights, Ohio you have a 1 in 208 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 57 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 45 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Garfield Heights.

        Year Over Year Crime In Garfield Heights (per 100,000 people)

        An analysis of year to year crime rates in Garfield Heights, Ohio (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Garfield Heights has increased by 8%, the amount of property crime in Garfield Heights has decreased by 34%, and the total amount of crime in Garfield Heights has decreased by 28% year over year.

        Garfield Heights police department

        Item Garfield Heights Ohio National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)8017,044558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residentsn/a2.73.3

        Sex offenders in Ohio

        State Total offenders Ohio /100K National /100K
        Ohio17,872156266
        There are a total of 17,872 sex offenders in Ohio. This yields a total of 156 sex offenders in Ohio per 100,000 residents which is 41% less than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Kirtland, OH6,80105858
        Gates Mills, OH2,14209090
        Broadview Heights, OH19,19510144154
        Boston Heights, OH1,19441250292
        Valley View, OH2,07543259302
        Willowick, OH14,10350269319
        Glenwillow, OH93350303352
        Garfield Heights, OH27,6734821,7612,243

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        Oxford, MS27,6621301,6351,765
        Frankfort, KY27,7052311,9362,167
        Windsor, CA27,6354842,2692,753
        Marion, IN27,7301962,2982,494
        Lansing, IL27,6143812,7103,090
        Garfield Heights, OH27,6734821,7612,243
        Source: The Garfield Heights, OH crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.