Stow, OH Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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35%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

72%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

28%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

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.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Stow_{/100k people}	Ohio_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	517	n/a (estimate)	1,510	2,076	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	6.1	6.3
Rape	12	n/a	35.0	48.4	40.0
Robbery	2	n/a	5.8	53.1	66.1
Assault	22	n/a	64.2	185.9	268.2
Violent crime	36	n/a (estimate)	105	294	370
Burglary	34	n/a	99.3	255.3	269.8
Theft	434	n/a	1,267.4	1,292.9	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	13	n/a	38.0	234.5	282.7
Property crime	481	n/a (estimate)	1,405	1,783	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Stow, 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 Stow crime rate is lower than the national average by 35%. Specifically, there were 36 violent crimes in Stow, equivalent to 105 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 71.6%. Furthermore, Stow recorded 481 property crimes, amounting to 1405 per 100,000 residents, which was lower than the average by 28.1%.

Stow distinguishes itself with one of the lowest violent crime rates in the U.S., reporting a mere 105 violent crimes per 100,000 people. This achievement firmly establishes Stow among the safest cities in the nation, rendering it an alluring choice for those seeking a new place to call home.

Stow showcased a dedication to violent crime safety in its latest reported crime year by achieving a murder rate of 0. This accomplishment could indicate that it is a safe place for residents, but also provides a shining example to other urban areas endeavoring to create safer communities.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Stow?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Stow. Based on the results of the surveys (12 responses), 67% of people felt that there was very little crime in Stow and felt safe walking alone at night. While 33% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Stow a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Stow 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. Stow has a total crime rate that is 35% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 1.42 daily crimes (0.1 violent daily crimes and 1.32 daily property crimes) in Stow.

Has Crime in Stow Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Stow. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Stow has increased by 2.8%. Violent crimes have increased by 100%, while property crimes have increased by 0.8%. 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 Stow

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 Stow crime rates. For instance, in Stow, the population density stands at 2035 people per square mile, diverging from the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

The educational level within a community can have an influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of education are associated with reduced crime rates, as they offer individuals improved employment prospects and alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment tends to correspond with higher crime rates. In Stow, 93.3% of residents have achieved at least a high school diploma, which differs from the national average of 83%.

Stow has a ratio of police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents that differs from the national norm, with 1.35 officers and civilians per 1,000 residents, compared to 3.25 nationwide. Crime rates are profoundly influenced by the effectiveness of law enforcement and community policing endeavors. A resilient and cooperative partnership between law enforcement agencies and the community can serve as a deterrent to criminal activities, ultimately enhancing safety. The efficacy of law enforcement extends beyond mere numbers and extends into the realm of community policing strategies, emphasizing the cultivation of trust and collaboration between officers and the community. It is not merely a matter of quantity but the quality of engagement with the community that matters most.

Stow crime map

The Stow crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Stow 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 Stow crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Stow 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

Stow crime rates are 35% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Stow are 72% lower than the national average
In Stow you have a 1 in 67 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Stow is safer than 65% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Stow has increased by 4%

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Daily Crime In Stow (per 100,000 people)

The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Stow on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Ohio and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Stow (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Ohio, are 1.38 times less than the state average and 1.54 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Stow on a daily basis are 2.79 times less than than Ohio average and 3.52 times less than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Stow are 1.27 times less than the daily state average and 1.39 times less than the daily national numbers.

How Safe is Stow (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Stow to every other city in Ohio, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Stow safe? The gauges above illustrate that Stow is safer than 54% of every city located within Ohio along with 65% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Ohio and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Stow, OH is ranked above average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Stow

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Stow is 1 in 952

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Stow is 1 in 72

The chance of being a victim of crime in Stow is 1 in 67

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Stow, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 952. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 72 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Stow is 1 in 67.

Year Over Year Crime In Stow (per 100,000 people)

Determining whether Stow is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Stow violent crime rates have increased by 102%. At the same time, property crime has increased by 1% year over year. Total crimes for Stow has increased by 4% in the same time frame.

Stow police department

Item	Stow	Ohio	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	47	17,044	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.4	2.7	3.3

There are a total of 47 Stow police officers. This results in 1.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 49.8% less than the Ohio average and 58.4% 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}
Broadview Heights, OH	19,195	10	144	154
Boston Heights, OH	1,194	41	250	292
Valley View, OH	2,075	43	259	302
Silver Lake, OH	2,496	46	280	326
Glenwillow, OH	933	50	303	352
Brecksville, OH	13,521	30	356	386
Richfield, OH	3,767	56	340	396
Stow, OH	34,770	105	1,405	1,510

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Lebanon, TN	34,759	452	1,644	2,096
Boardman, OH	34,717	228	3,646	3,874
Owings Mills, MD	34,711	489	2,007	2,496
Leawood, KS	34,702	128	1,953	2,081
Englewood, CO	34,840	813	7,151	7,964
Stow, OH	34,770	105	1,405	1,510

Source: The Stow, 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.