Is this neighborhood safe? A question i get asked on a regular basis as a Realtor. Well, over the years i've found some good resources to find out the answer to that question. If you are every looking for a home in an unfamiliar neighborhood, it's always a good idea to check out the crime and school statistics in the area. That information will effect your comfort level in your new home and your resale value later on.
Some resources include NeighborhoodScout or SpotCrime. One particularly important point to note is the issue of sexual predators. CrimeReports.com allows you to enter your address to locate crime statistics plus identify whether registered sexual predators are living nearby. Please note that unless your local policing authority is reporting crimes to these online sources, there may not be accurate or complete data.
clear skies,
Doug
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