The Safest and Most Dangerous Places in Downtown Ashland, Ashland, OH: Crime Maps and Statistics

Crime per Capita in Downtown Ashland

The map below displays the crime rate per 1,000 residents in Downtown Ashland.

 

Downtown Ashland, Ashland, OH Map of Crime Rates
Click the map to explore
A+ B C D F
Safest Highest crime
Colorblind friendly off

B-

Overall Crime Grade™

B-
B+
Other Crime Grade
C-

$1.62 million

Cost of Crime™ for Downtown Ashland, Ashland, OH

In 2025, crime will cost $1,222 per household.

More cost data

Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in Downtown Ashland in green, the most dangerous in red, and moderately safe areas in yellow. Crime rates on the map are weighted based on both the type and severity of the crime. For more information on how to interpret our crime maps, see the Interpreting the Crime Maps section below.

Is Downtown Ashland, Ashland, OH Safe?

The B- grade indicates that the rate of crime is slightly lower than that of the average US neighborhood. Downtown Ashland ranks in the 56th percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 56% of neighborhoods but less safe than 44%. This analysis applies only to Downtown Ashland's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby neighborhoods.

The crime rate in Downtown Ashland is 33.31 per 1,000 residents in the typical year. Downtown Ashland Residents generally consider the northwest part of the neighborhood to be the safest. Your chance of being a victim of crime in Downtown Ashland varies by area - ranging from 1 in 18 in the south areas to 1 in 37 in the northwest.

When looking at total crime counts (rather than per capita rates), the northwest parts of Downtown Ashland, Ashland, OH see the most incidents - about 20 per year. In contrast, the west part of the neighborhood has the fewest, with approximately 2 crimes annually.

The Cost of Crime™ in Downtown Ashland, Ashland, OH

The total projected cost of crime in Downtown Ashland for 2025 is $1,618,484. This translates to approximately $521 per resident and $1,222 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 1.9% of the median household income in Downtown Ashland. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:
  1. Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 56.4%
  2. Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 31.1%
  3. Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 12.5%

How Much Does Crime Cost in Downtown Ashland Compared to Other Neighborhoods?

Downtown Ashland, Ashland, OH: $521
Downtown Cleveland, Cleveland,: $1225
Rocky-Fork Blacklick Accord, W: $259
Ohio: $441
USA: $464

The Cost of Crime per resident in Downtown Ashland is $521 per year, which is $57 more than the national average and $80 more than Ashland's city average. Below we compare neighborhoods similar to Downtown Ashland:
  • In Downtown Cleveland, Cleveland,, crime costs $1,225 per person, which is $704 more than in Downtown Ashland.
  • In Rocky-Fork Blacklick Accord, W, crime costs $259 per person, which is $261 less than in Downtown Ashland

2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime

The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of Downtown Ashland for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.
Crime
Cost to Downtown Ashland
Cost per Downtown Ashland Resident
Murder
$528,837
$170
Rape/Sexual Assault
$183,393
$59
Robbery
$54,127
$17
Assault
$206,427
$66
Kidnapping
$32,761
$11
Vehicle Theft
$33,847
$11
Burglary
$72,390
$23
Theft
$215,270
$69
Arson
$6,527
$2
Vandalism
$130,213
$42
Animal Cruelty
$1,154
$0
Drug Crimes
$93,696
$30
Identity Theft
$59,843
$19
Total Cost of Crime
$1,618,484
$521

The Intangible Cost of Crime in Downtown Ashland, Ashland, OH

CrimeGrade primarily focuses on tangible costs, but the true impact of crime extends beyond economic. Pain and suffering for victims and their families are difficult to quantify, but research-based methodologies help estimate these effects. Using these methodologies, we calculate that the intangible cost of crime in Downtown Ashland totals $4,460,001 ($1,435 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $6,078,485 ($1,956 per resident). All Cost of Crime facts are based on scholarly research done on the cost of crime. Read more about our methodology here.

Interpreting the Crime Maps

When interpreting the Downtown Ashland crime map, keep in mind that crime rates are measured per resident. Areas with high visitor traffic, such as shopping districts, may appear to have higher crime rates simply because more crimes occur where people gather - even if few residents live there. For example, the central part of the neighborhood has more retail establishments, which can artificially inflate crime rates in that area. Red areas on the map do not necessarily mean a neighborhood is unsafe for residents.

More issues arise with places like airports, parks, and schools. Major airports always look like high-crime locations due to the large number of people and the low population nearby. Parks and designated recreational areas have the same problem. Of Downtown Ashland’s 3,108 residents, few live near recreational areas. Because many people visit, crime rates may appear higher even for safe parks. Crime occurs where people gather, whether they live there or not. Before assuming an area is unsafe, consider both per-capita crime rates and total crime counts, as well as the types of destinations nearby.

To better understand and navigate these intricate crime maps, a high-speed internet connection can be crucial. Fast and seamless online connectivity ensures that map details load efficiently, providing users with clearer, uninterrupted insights. If you're considering enhancing your online experience, check out high speed internet in Downtown Ashland, Ashland, OH at ISP Reports.

Downtown Ashland Crime Breakdown

The tables below show which crimes are used to calculate the Crime Grades above. All crime rates are shown as the number of crimes per 1,000 Downtown Ashland residents in a standard year.

Violent Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Assault
2.313
Robbery
0.5537
Rape
0.9732
Murder
0.0905
Total Violent Crime
3.930 (B-)
 
 

 


Property Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Theft
13.37
Vehicle Theft
0.7033
Burglary
2.568
Arson
0.0870
Total Property Crime
16.73 (B+)
 
 

 


Other Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Kidnapping
0.1738
Drug Crimes
4.076
Vandalism
5.865
Identity Theft
2.488
Animal Cruelty
0.0502
Total "Other" Rate
12.65 (C-)

 


Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Neighborhoods

Compared to surrounding neighborhoods, the rate of crime in Downtown Ashland is similar. The table below shows Crime Grades for neighborhoods close to Downtown Ashland.

Nearby Neighborhood
Overall Crime Grade
Violent Crime Grade
Property Crime Grade
C+
C+
B-
A-
A
A-
C-
B-
C-
A-
A
A+
A-
A
A
C
B
C
C+
B
C+
D+
D+
C-
B-
B+
B
C-
C
C

Crime Maps and Rates for Neighborhood with Similar Populations

Downtown Ashland is lower versus other neighborhoods of the same size for crime. The table below compares crime in neighborhoods with comparable overall population in the neighborhood‘s boundaries.

Similar Neighborhood
Overall Crime Grade
Violent Crime Grade
Property Crime Grade
F
D-
D-
B
C
C
C
F
F
D-
B-
B-
F
F
F
A+
A+
A+
B+
A
A
F
F
F
C
C+
C+
D-
D
D

Considering only the crime rate, Downtown Ashland is less safe than the Ohio state average and as safe as the national average.

Safety and school performance are separate topics, but both shape moving decisions. Using SchoolGrade data, schools in Downtown Ashland, Ashland, OH average SchoolGrade of A-, with 57% actual proficiency versus 54% projected; overall, schools exceed expectations. See Downtown Ashland schools on SchoolGrade

About the Data

CrimeGrade.org provides highly detailed and accurate crime data, used by insurance companies, home security firms, and other industries. Our data is available for licensing—learn more about our USA crime data and licensing.

Crime By Zip Code Download

Our proprietary data is available for download by zip code or by state in a CSV Flat File. Please visit our download page for pricing and terms.

Download CSV

 

Home Security

A crime occurs on average every 3 days 12 hours in Downtown Ashland. Want to protect your home?

Home Security Companies in Downtown Ashland, Ashland, OH

All maps and statistics above are projections, not certainties, and provided without guarantee free of charge. Verify all info before making any decisions based on the data.