Blue Ash, OH Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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7%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

50%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

2%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2024 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2025; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Blue Ash_{/100k people}	Ohio_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	265	n/a (estimate)	1,976	1,845	2,119
Murder	1	n/a	7.5	5.0	5.0
Rape	4	n/a	29.8	45.7	37.5
Robbery	3	n/a	22.4	45.5	60.6
Assault	16	n/a	119.3	197.4	256.1
Violent crime	24	n/a (estimate)	179	294	359
Burglary	12	n/a	89.5	206.0	229.2
Theft	216	n/a	1,610.7	1,132.8	1,272.1
Vehicle theft	13	n/a	96.9	212.5	258.8
Property crime	241	n/a (estimate)	1,797	1,551	1,760

Blue Ash crime map

The Blue Ash crime map by CrimeoMeter provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Blue Ash 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 Blue Ash crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Blue Ash 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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An Overview of Crime Rates in Blue Ash, OH

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Blue Ash crime rate is lower than the national average by 6.8%. Specifically, there were 24 violent crimes in Blue Ash, equivalent to 179 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 50.2%. Furthermore, Blue Ash recorded 241 property crimes, amounting to 1797 per 100,000 residents, which was higher than the average by 2.1%.

In terms of the total Blue Ash crime rate per 100,000 people, it falls within the midrange when compared to other cities across the United States. Our analysis of total crimes, encompassing both violent and property offenses in Blue Ash, revealed that the reported crime rates closely align with the nationwide average reported by other areas.

Blue Ash exhibits a property crime rate closely aligned with the national average. There were 1797 reported property crimes, which closely matches the national average of 1760 per 100,000 people. Consequently, the area's safety profile mirrors that of an average city, neither notably safer nor more dangerous than the norm. This balance suggests that Blue Ash maintains a consistent approach to property crime prevention in line with the broader national landscape.

Is Blue Ash a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Blue Ash 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. Blue Ash has a total crime rate that is 7% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.73 daily crimes (0.07 violent daily crimes and 0.66 daily property crimes) in Blue Ash.

Has Crime in Blue Ash Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Blue Ash. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Blue Ash has increased by 30.5%. Violent crimes have increased by 20%, while property crimes have increased by 31.7%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in Blue Ash

The economic well-being of a city's residents plays a significant role in crime rates. High poverty rates and income inequality can lead to increased crime stats as individuals may resort to illegal activities to meet their basic needs. While lower rates could lead to a lower Blue Ash crime rate. The poverty level in Blue Ash is 5.1%, while the national average is 15.1%.

Highly populated regions typically encompass expansive urban hubs teeming with diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, giving rise to enclaves of poverty amid affluence. Communities marked by economic disparities may contend with heightened property crimes, and in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, regions characterized by low population density often exhibit lower Blue Ash crime rates. For instance, in Blue Ash, the population density stands at 1684.3 people per square mile, diverging from the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

In Blue Ash, 94.3% 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.

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Crime Quick Facts

Blue Ash crime rates are 7% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Blue Ash are 50% lower than the national average
In Blue Ash you have a 1 in 51 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Blue Ash is safer than 41% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Blue Ash has decreased by 3%

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Daily Crime In Blue Ash (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Blue Ash for every 100,000 residents. The Blue Ash total amount of daily crime is 1.07 times more than the Ohio average and 1.07 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Blue Ash, is 1.64 times less than the Ohio average, and it is 2.01 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Blue Ash has a daily crime average that is 1.16 times more than the Ohio average and 1.02 times more than the daily national rate.

How Safe is Blue Ash (higher is better)

Compared to the other cities in Ohio and all other cities across the US, is Blue Ash safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Blue Ash is safer than 32% of other cities in the state of Ohio. In addition, Blue Ash is safer than 41% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Ohio and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Blue Ash. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Blue Ash is below average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Blue Ash

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Blue Ash is 1 in 559

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Blue Ash is 1 in 56

The chance of being a victim of crime in Blue Ash is 1 in 51

Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Blue Ash, Ohio? If you reside in Blue Ash, then there is a 1 in 559 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 56. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 51 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Blue Ash.

Year Over Year Crime In Blue Ash (per 100,000 people)

A good indicator of whether Blue Ash is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Blue Ash has increased by 33%, while the property crime rate in Blue Ash has decreased by 6% year over year. The number of total crimes in Blue Ash has decreased by 3% year over year.

Blue Ash police department

Item	Blue Ash	Ohio	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	39	17,044	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	3.2	2.7	3.3

There are a total of 39 Blue Ash police officers. This results in 3.2 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 19.6% greater than the Ohio average and 0.7% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Ohio

State	Total offenders	Ohio_/100K	National_/100K
Ohio	17,872	156	266

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}
Wetherington, OH	1,316	41	218	259
Coldstream, OH	1,416	41	218	259
Dunlap, OH	1,344	41	218	259
Newtown, OH	2,753	46	243	289
Glendale, OH	2,285	46	243	289
Loveland Park, OH	2,436	46	243	289
Terrace Park, OH	2,320	46	243	289
Blue Ash, OH	12,738	179	1,797	1,976

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Mountain Home, AR	12,739	276	2,257	2,532
Newington Forest, VA	12,735	83	598	681
Goldenrod, FL	12,742	191	1,014	1,205
Fort Atkinson, WI	12,734	236	758	994
Viera East, FL	12,733	124	658	781
Blue Ash, OH	12,738	179	1,797	1,976

Source: The Blue Ash, OH crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2024. 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.