NCR was headquartered in Dayton for over 125 years and was a major innovator in computer technology. Veterans were returning from military service in large numbers seeking industrial and manufacturing jobs, a part of the local industry that was expanding rapidly. Date(s) & Update Frequency: Property Crime 345.4 Dayton, OH. [40], Downtown expansion that began in the 2000s has helped revitalize the city and encourage growth. In the early 19th century, a well-known racehorse named Gem hailed from Dayton. Heres a map showing you how violent crime has trended in Dayton over a 30 year period. Property crimes are 2x higher than the national average. [21] The oldest surviving building is Newcom Tavern, which was used for various purposes, including housing Dayton's first church, which is still in existence. Additionally, NCR CC hosted the 1986 U.S. Women's Open and the 2005 U.S. Senior Open. using data from the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Uniform Crime Reports. Robbery rates fell in the average U.S. city by 23 percent, while murder, rape, and aggravated assault all climbed by 25 percent or more. In Dayton, you have a 1 in 97 chance of falling victim to a violent crime, such as rape, robbery, assault, or even murder. The Air Force Institute of Technology, which was founded in 1919 and serves as a graduate school for the United States Air Force, is at the nearby Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Ten people were killed, including the perpetrator; and twenty-seven were injured.[188]. Dayton hosted the first American Professional Football Association game (precursor to the NFL). Avoid walking through deserted or desolate area at night. The Miami Valley Golf Club, Moraine Country Club, NCR Country Club, and the Pipestone Golf Course are some of the more notable courses. A part of the Dayton Metro Area, Moraine is a small city of just 6,455 and the second most dangerous place to live in Ohio. [181] Sinclair is acclaimed as one of the country's best community colleges.