Wisehart Wright Trial Lawyers | March 21, 2025 | Miscellaneous
Sandusky, Ohio, is known for its lakefront charm, amusement parks, friendly communities, and low crime rate. Sandusky’s violent crime rate is 60% below the national average, with just 144 violent crimes per 100,000 people.
The Sandusky Police Department has served the community for 200 years. Its 49 full-time officers made more than 2,700 arrests and issued over 1,500 traffic citations in 2024.
The most common arrests and citations included:
- OVI/DUI – 249
- Driving Under a Suspended License (DUS) – 502
- Assault – 188
- Drug offenses – 214
- Domestic – 205
- Theft – 160
- Disorderly conduct – 231
SPD also investigated almost 600 car accidents in 2024.
Like any city, some areas are safer than others. Here are some of the safest and most desirable neighborhoods in Sandusky.
Cable Park Historic District
The Cable Park Historic District is a beautiful planned neighborhood with a rich history. It was developed between 1905 and 1938 on the former Erie County Fairgrounds on Wayne Street between Scott and Cable Streets. The community was carefully designed as a residential-only neighborhood.
There are many features that contribute to the neighborhood’s safety:
- Homes are set back at least 40 feet from the street
- No multi-family properties are allowed, reducing transient traffic and keeping the neighborhood quiet.
- The area has a park-like setting
Residents here enjoy a slower pace of life, surrounded by historic homes and well-maintained streets.
Venice Heights
Venice Heights is a lively residential community in western Sandusky, centered around Venice Heights Blvd and Pinewood Dr. Despite its dense population of about 5,000 residents within just 0.55 square miles; it remains one of the safer and more established areas of the city.
The community is home to Venice Heights Apartments and the Pinewood Condominiums community with ranch-style condos.
Cedar Point
Cedar Point is a peninsula along Lake Erie. It’s best known as the home of the world-famous Cedar Point theme park, which maintains a mile-long private beach and several family-friendly resorts and water parks.
Here’s what makes it safe:
- A well-policed, high-traffic area due to the amusement park
- Many homes nearby are vacation rentals or seasonal properties, leading to a quieter off-season
- Close proximity to Lake Erie and scenic views make it a great place for outdoor lovers
The Cedar Point area offers a unique mix of permanent homes, rental properties, and resort-style living. While summers bring an influx of visitors, the off-season is quiet and peaceful.
The Cove District
If you’re looking for a colorful and vibrant neighborhood, the Cove District is one of the most unique areas in Sandusky. Inspired by a Key West-style theme, this neighborhood is known for its bright homes, eclectic style, and strong boating culture.
Features that make the Cove District so safe include:
- A close-knit community where neighbors look out for each other
- Many homes are boathouses, meaning limited through-traffic
- Streets like Meigs, Sycamore, Anderson, Cove, Curran, and Lockwood are well-maintained and walkable
The district is home to Cedar Cove, a small, affluent neighborhood with about 90 homes that formed a voluntary association.
While crime rates in Sandusky are slightly higher than the national average, many of these areas maintain low crime levels thanks to strong community involvement, well-maintained homes, and engaged residents.
Promoting Public Safety in Sandusky
The Wightman-Wieber Foundation is a charitable foundation for the safety of Sandusky and Erie County residents. The foundation funds grants to support safety, social welfare, and education in the community. The Wightman-Wieber Foundation hosts an annual Safety Fair and Kids Fun Festival with the City of Sandusky.
Multiple organizations partner to promote public safety and educate kids and families:
- Sandusky Police and Sandusky Fire
- Sandusky City Schools (bus safety)
- Sandusky Transit System (transit safety)
- Project Lifesaver (railroad safety)
- Erie County Humane Society (animal safety)
- Sandusky Division of Code Compliance (safe housing and health)
The foundation has supported the Sandusky Bay Pathway on Shoreline Drive. It has made contributions to add safety features and a paved, protected pathway to prevent bicycle and pedestrian accidents.
No matter where you choose to live, you can reduce your risk of crime by getting involved in the community and staying aware of your surroundings, especially at night.
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