Cities / Toledo
Is Toledo, OH safe?
It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 53 Toledo neighborhoods we score (average 64/100), 25 are comfortable to walk around with normal awareness and 28 call for more care, especially after dark. Green means comfortable on foot; red means we would not walk it casually.
Safest neighborhoods in Toledo
- 1Lincolnshire (Toledo)· ToledoLincolnshire is an established, picturesque neighborhood in West Toledo characterized by leafy canopies, spacious manicured lawns, and classic…84Go
- 2Old Orchard· ToledoSituated directly north of the University of Toledo's main campus, Old Orchard is an affluent enclave characterized by 1920s Tudor Revival, Colonial…84Go
- 3Shoreland· ToledoSituated in the northernmost corner of Toledo along the Ottawa River and Maumee Bay, Shoreland is a stable, middle-class community characterized by…82Go
- 4Hidden Creek Estates· ToledoHidden Creek Estates is an established, peaceful residential pocket in South Toledo characterized by quiet cul-de-sacs, well-kept single-family…82Go
- 5Westgate (Toledo)· ToledoWestgate is a lively suburban-style commercial and residential enclave located in West Toledo centered along Secor Road and Central Avenue. It…80Go
All Toledo neighborhoods by safety score
Go — 6 areas
Comfortable to walk around, day or evening.
- Lincolnshire (Toledo)· ToledoLincolnshire is an established, picturesque neighborhood in West Toledo characterized by leafy canopies, spacious manicured lawns, and classic…84Go
- Old Orchard· ToledoSituated directly north of the University of Toledo's main campus, Old Orchard is an affluent enclave characterized by 1920s Tudor Revival, Colonial…84Go
- Shoreland· ToledoSituated in the northernmost corner of Toledo along the Ottawa River and Maumee Bay, Shoreland is a stable, middle-class community characterized by…82Go
- Hidden Creek Estates· ToledoHidden Creek Estates is an established, peaceful residential pocket in South Toledo characterized by quiet cul-de-sacs, well-kept single-family…82Go
- Westgate (Toledo)· ToledoWestgate is a lively suburban-style commercial and residential enclave located in West Toledo centered along Secor Road and Central Avenue. It…80Go
- Beverly (Toledo)· ToledoBeverly is an established, predominantly residential neighborhood located in South Toledo along the Maumee River. Known for its strong sense of…80Go
Go, stay aware — 19 areas
Fine with normal city awareness.
- Point Place· ToledoPoint Place occupies a scenic peninsula between the Ottawa River and Maumee Bay at the northern tip of Toledo. It functions as a tight-knit…76Go, stay aware
- Deveaux· ToledoDeveaux is an established, tree-lined residential community in West Toledo featuring brick homes, neighborhood parks, and a relaxed family…76Go, stay aware
- Franklin Park (Toledo)· ToledoFranklin Park is a bustling suburban-style commercial district and residential community in West Toledo, anchored by Franklin Park Mall. The…76Go, stay aware
- Homeville· ToledoHomeville is an established, working-class residential neighborhood in West Toledo characterized by modest mid-century single-family homes and low…76Go, stay aware
- Inverness Village· ToledoInverness Village is an established residential neighborhood in West Toledo anchored near the renowned Inverness Club championship golf course. It…76Go, stay aware
- Elmhurst (Toledo)· ToledoElmhurst is an established, predominantly single-family neighborhood in West Toledo situated between the Ottawa Hills border and the bustling Secor…76Go, stay aware
- Heather Downs· ToledoHeather Downs is a mid-century, tree-lined South Toledo community characterized by single-family homes, apartment complexes, and neighborhood…76Go, stay aware
- Harvard Village· ToledoHarvard Village is an established South Toledo neighborhood known for mature tree-lined streets, early 20th-century architecture, and its close…73Go, stay aware
- Westmoreland· ToledoWestmoreland is a designated historic residential enclave established in the early 20th century, modeled after garden suburbs and filled with grand…72Go, stay aware
- Southwyck· ToledoSouthwyck is a southwest Toledo neighborhood historically anchored around South Reynolds Road and the redeveloped former Southwyck Mall footprint…71Go, stay aware
- Indian Hills (Toledo)· ToledoSituated just north of the University of Toledo Health Science Campus, Indian Hills is a predominantly mid-century residential neighborhood…71Go, stay aware
- Warehouse District (Toledo)· ToledoToledo's Warehouse District is a vibrant historic neighborhood characterized by repurposed 19th-century industrial buildings, lofts, craft breweries…70Go, stay aware
- University Hills· ToledoUniversity Hills is a tree-lined residential area situated directly adjacent to the University of Toledo's main campus. It features a mix of…70Go, stay aware
- Downtown Toledo· ToledoDowntown Toledo serves as the cultural and entertainment core of northwest Ohio, highlighted by historic brick warehouses, minor-league sports…67Go, stay aware
- Ottawa· ToledoOttawa is a classic West Toledo neighborhood anchored by the expansive, historic Ottawa Park and situated directly east of the University of Toledo…66Go, stay aware
- Middle Grounds· ToledoMiddle Grounds is a revitalized riverfront district positioned along the Maumee River and Swan Creek just south of downtown Toledo. Dominated by…66Go, stay aware
- Saint Clair Street· ToledoSaint Clair Street serves as the main artery of Toledo's historic Warehouse District, characterized by revitalized brick industrial buildings, loft…66Go, stay aware
- Cumberland Street· ToledoCumberland Street is a quiet, tree-lined residential street located in South Toledo near the Maumee River. It borders the historic Harvard Terrace…66Go, stay aware
- Bancroft Hills· ToledoBancroft Hills is an established residential neighborhood in West Toledo situated between the University of Toledo main campus and Ottawa Park. It is…66Go, stay aware
Caution — 26 areas
Go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
- Library Village· ToledoLibrary Village is a classic early-20th-century residential neighborhood in West Toledo, characterized by tree-lined streets, brick bungalows, and…64Caution
- North Towne· ToledoNorth Towne is an auto-centric neighborhood in North Toledo near the Michigan border, anchored by the commercial and industrial corridors of West…62Caution
- Highland Heights (Toledo)· ToledoHighland Heights is an established South Toledo neighborhood characterized by mid-century bungalows, tree-lined residential streets, and proximity to…62Caution
- Birmingham· ToledoBirmingham is a historic, working-class East Toledo neighborhood defined by its deep Central European roots, legacy eateries, and industrial…62Caution
- Birckhead Place· ToledoBirckhead Place is a distinct historic gated residential subdivision in Toledo known for its stately, eclectic early 1900s homes and brick-paved…62Caution
- Secor Gardens· ToledoSecor Gardens is a modest residential neighborhood in West Toledo situated just south of the University of Toledo area. It consists largely of…62Caution
- Collingwood Springs· ToledoCollingwood Springs is an established, primarily residential enclave in Toledo featuring modest mid-century single-family houses and quiet secondary…61Caution
- Woodsdale· ToledoWoodsdale is a modest, working-class residential enclave in South Toledo situated right next to the Toledo Zoo and Woodsdale Park. Characterized by…61Caution
- Cathedral Square· ToledoCathedral Square is a historic pocket situated near the edge of Downtown and UpTown Toledo, defined by iconic ecclesiastical landmarks and classic…60Caution
- Old West End· ToledoThe Old West End is a nationally recognized historic enclave in Toledo featuring one of the largest intact collections of late Victorian, Queen Anne…60Caution
- Saint Peter and Saint Paul· ToledoSaint Peter and Saint Paul is a historic, culturally rich enclave within Toledo's Old South End, known for its Hispanic heritage, colorful community…58Caution
- Scott Park· ToledoScott Park is a mixed-use district in central-west Toledo centered on the University of Toledo Scott Park Campus and municipal facilities, including…58Caution
- River East· ToledoRiver East is a historic, working-class neighborhood situated on the east bank of the Maumee River directly across from Downtown Toledo. It is…58Caution
- Five Points (Toledo)· ToledoFive Points is a historic, working-class neighborhood in North Toledo centered around a bustling multi-point commercial intersection. It is dominated…57Caution
- United· ToledoUnited is a mixed residential and commercial neighborhood located near Toledo's historic South End and Broadway corridor. It features modest…54Caution
- Northriver (Toledo)· ToledoNorthriver is a blue-collar neighborhood located in North Toledo, bounded by the Maumee River shipping channels, rail corridors, and residential…53Caution
- Stickney· ToledoStickney is a mixed residential and industrial neighborhood in North Toledo anchored by heavy manufacturing, rail lines, and modest mid-century…52Caution
- Vistula· ToledoEstablished in 1833, Vistula is Toledo's oldest neighborhood, situated just northeast of Downtown along the Maumee River. It features a mix of…52Caution
- ONYX· ToledoONYX (Old North End) is a historic, working-class residential neighborhood in North Toledo characterized by traditional wood-frame homes, community…52Caution
- Uptown (Toledo)· ToledoUptown Toledo is an eclectic urban district bridging Downtown Toledo and the historic Old West End, centered on colorful murals and independent…52Caution
- East Toledo· ToledoEast Toledo is an expansive, working-class district situated across the Maumee River from downtown, marked by historic roots in glass manufacturing…50Caution
- Toledo Olde Towne· ToledoOlde Towne is a historic residential neighborhood situated directly northeast of Toledo's Old West End and just north of Downtown. It features late…48Caution
- Bush Street· ToledoBush Street runs through North Toledo near the historic Vistula neighborhood, stretching between the industrial and commercial waterfront corridor…48Caution
- Bancroft-Upton-Monroe· ToledoThe Bancroft-Upton-Monroe area is a transitional urban corridor in central-west Toledo, bridging residential blocks with neighborhood commercial…46Caution
- Auburn-Delaware· ToledoAuburn-Delaware is an older urban residential pocket in central Toledo situated between major transit corridors and the historic Old West End. It…46Caution
- Old Towne· ToledoOld Towne is an established central Toledo neighborhood characterized by a mix of historic wood-frame homes, brick apartment buildings, and vacant…45Caution
No-go after dark — 2 areas
Not recommended for casual walking around.
- Warren-Sherman· ToledoWarren-Sherman is an inner-city neighborhood located directly north of Downtown Toledo, dominated largely by the Mercy Health St. Vincent Medical…38No-go after dark
- Roosevelt (Toledo)· ToledoRoosevelt is an urban residential neighborhood in central Toledo situated just southwest of the central business district. It consists largely of…38No-go after dark
Toledo safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Toledo?
Lincolnshire (Toledo) scores highest at 84/100, followed by Old Orchard (84) and Shoreland (82).
Is Toledo safe to walk at night?
In the 6 green-rated areas, generally yes with normal awareness. In the 28 orange or red areas, stick to busy, lit streets or take a ride after dark.
Which Toledo areas should visitors be careful in?
Our lowest-scoring areas are Roosevelt (Toledo) (38), Warren-Sherman (38), Old Towne (45). Visit in daylight and stay on the main streets.
How does VibeLoco score Toledo neighborhoods?
Each score blends recent reported crime and local news with Census data on income, poverty and housing, refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately.