Is Hunters Lodge safe?
Akron, Ohio · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Hunters Lodge as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Hunters Lodge
“Go. Hunters Lodge is a peaceful, low-density residential pocket in West Akron that offers a safe and quiet setting for visitors. Violent crime is uncommon here, and the area benefits from stable homeownership and strong community upkeep. You will need a personal vehicle to access shopping, dining, and regional attractions.”
About the area
Hunters Lodge is a leafy, mid-century suburban neighborhood tucked in the western portion of Akron near the Fairlawn border. It features well-maintained single-family homes, manicured lawns, and quiet residential streets that experience very little through-traffic. Visitors will find a tranquil residential base located just minutes from the West Market Street retail corridor and Summit Metro Parks.
- Quiet & Residential
- Suburban / Leafy
- Car-Dependent
- Safe & Relaxed
Walking and biking in Hunters Lodge
Walk score: 28/100 · Bike score: 34/100
There are no bike-share stations in Hunters Lodge, but cyclists can access the nearby Sand Run Parkway trails and connect outward toward the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Substantially lower violent and property crime rates compared to Akron citywide averages
- High homeownership rate and well-maintained residential properties
- Close proximity to the shopping and dining amenities of West Market Street and Fairlawn
- Quick access to scenic nature trails in the Summit Metro Parks system
Cons
- Strictly car-dependent layout with virtually no commercial retail within walking distance
- Suburban streets lack dedicated bike infrastructure and consistent sidewalks throughout
- Isolated residential character means visitors must drive for entertainment and dining
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in this quiet residential neighborhood, with related services and encampments situated closer to downtown Akron.
What Hunters Lodge is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and pleasant with neighborhood joggers and dog walkers moving through low-traffic residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet as most residents are at work or school, making it an easy and secure place to walk or drive.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet suburban atmosphere as residents return home; streets remain dimly lit but completely safe.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low activity with virtually no foot traffic; remains generally very safe, though standard precautions apply.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by METRO RTA with bus connections along the nearby West Market Street corridor (Route 1), but service within the residential interior is minimal and the metro area lacks a passenger rail system.
Parking is exceptionally easy and stress-free, with abundant free driveway and curbside street parking throughout the residential subdivisions.
Things to do in Hunters Lodge
- Hike the shaded Mingo and Schumacher trails in adjacent Sand Run Metro Park
- Tour the historic Tudor Revival manor and gardens at nearby Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
- Browse local shops and specialty boutiques along the West Market Street corridor
Local favorites
- Ken Stewart's Grille · Fine Dining Steakhouse · 4.5★ (1150)An upscale Akron staple serving prime steaks, fresh seafood, and an extensive wine list in a polished setting.
- The Eye Opener · Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant · 4.6★ (920)A cozy, long-running local diner dishing up hearty omelets, pancakes, and specialty morning coffee.
- Swensons Drive-In · Classic Drive-In / Burger Joint · 4.6★ (3250)Iconic regional drive-in famous for its signature Galley Boy burger and curbside carhop service.
Scores are safety-driven — recent reported crime and local news plus Census income, poverty, housing, education, household and access data — refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately and do not affect the safety score. A guide, not a guarantee — conditions change street to street.
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