Question 1

Is 45662 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 45662 in Portsmouth has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Portsmouth city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 45662 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 45662?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 45662 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 45662. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 45662 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Portsmouth. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 45662?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 45662 is approximately $101K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 45662 at a premium relative to the metro median, reflecting the neighborhood's above-average crime and school scores. Median rent in 45662 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 45662 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 45662 has an overall NeighborScore of 77/100, placing it in the moderate range for Portsmouth. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 77/100, 45662 scores similarly to the middle tier of Portsmouth neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Portsmouth — ZIP 45662

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Sciotoville Community School	KG–12	—	—	—
Glenwood High School	07–12	—	—	—
Oak Intermediate Elementary School	04–06	—	—	—
Stanton Primary Elementary School	PK–03	—	—	—
Clay High School	09–12	—	—	—
Clay Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Clay Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
East Portsmouth Elementary	KG–06	—	—	—
Portsmouth Junior High School/Portsmouth High School	07–12	—	—	—
Portsmouth Elementary	PK–06	—	—	—