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Fairfax, OH has safety grade D, a population of about 1,735, an overall crime rate near 12,219 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether Fairfax, OH is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Fairfax, OH for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.

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Crime Analysis & Safety Report - City Fairfax, OH

Fairfax, OH crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 7.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 113.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.

Safety Score

D

High Risk

Violent Crime Rate

7.00

per 1000 residents

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Property Crime Rate

113.00

per 1000 residents

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Total Crimes

212

reported incidents

Safety Analysis & Recommendations

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Overall Assessment

Fairfax, OH shows good safety standards with a A rating. While some crime exists, the area maintains reasonable safety levels for most residents.

Safety Recommendations

With property crimes being more prevalent (92.5% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.

Trend Analysis

The relatively low crime count of 212 incidents suggests Fairfax maintains good community safety standards.

Comparison Insights

Fairfax demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.

Analysis generated on: 10/27/2026

Fairfax, OH Crime Analysis

Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US3925942, a total of 212 incidents were recorded. Property crime dominates, accounting for 196 incidents. Within property crime, larceny/theft offenses are the most prevalent, with 187 incidents, followed by destruction/damage/vandalism of property (6 incidents), stolen property offenses (2 incidents), and motor vehicle theft (1 incident). Assault is the next most frequent crime category, with 11 incidents. Other categories are significantly less frequent: others (3 incidents), robbery (1 incident), and sex offenses (1 incident). The "others" category includes arson (1 incident) and fraud offenses (2 incidents). To provide a more comprehensive analysis, additional information is needed. The GEOID "16000US3925942" corresponds to a specific census-designated place (CDP) or similar statistical area. To determine the city and state, a cross-reference with a geographic database is required. Once the location is identified, population data can be obtained from census records. Median income data is also available through census resources like the American Community Survey. With the population count, the crime rate per 100,000 residents can be calculated by dividing the total crime count (212) by the population and multiplying by 100,000. The violent crime rate would be calculated similarly, using the sum of assault, robbery, and sex offenses (11 + 1 + 1 = 13). The property crime rate would use the property crime count (196). A safety score and grade typically incorporate multiple factors, including crime rates, police presence, community safety initiatives, and resident perceptions. Without these additional data points, it's impossible to assign a safety score or grade. Crime map data, which visually represents the geographic distribution of crime incidents, is not included in the provided JSON. Zip code data associated with the area would also be beneficial for a more granular analysis. Based solely on the provided data, the primary insight is that property crime, specifically larceny/theft, is the most significant crime concern in this area. While other crime categories are present, their incidence is substantially lower.

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Safest Zip Codes
10
45819
#1
Auglaize County Area
13
Safety
8.7
Per 1K
9
Total Crimes

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45302
#2
Shelby County Area
15
Safety
8.5
Per 1K
9
Total Crimes

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45305
#3
Greene County Area
9
Safety
9.1
Per 1K
9
Total Crimes

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45370
#4
Greene County Area
1
Safety
9.9
Per 1K
10
Total Crimes

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High Crime Zip Codes
10
44308
#1
Summit County Area
0
Safety
115.2
Per 1K
115
Total Crimes
45422
#2
Montgomery County Area
0
Safety
107.7
Per 1K
108
Total Crimes
43222
#3
Franklin County Area
0
Safety
104.1
Per 1K
104
Total Crimes
44103
#4
Cuyahoga County Area
0
Safety
86.8
Per 1K
87
Total Crimes

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FAQ about crime in Fairfax, OH

PulseReal currently grades Fairfax, OH as D. The population used for these rates is 1,735. The overall crime rate on this page is about 12,219 per 100,000 residents.

Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.

The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Fairfax, OH.

Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.

Combine this crime report with the market overview for Fairfax, OH and the school report linked in the “Related analysis” section to assess both safety and investment fundamentals.

Data sources & further reading

PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.

FBI Crime Data Explorer

Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.

US Census QuickFacts

Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.

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Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.

HUD Market Data

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BLS Local Area Statistics

Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

BJS National Crime Victimization Survey

Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.

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