Crime & Safety Report for 557 E 1st Ave, Chico, CA 95926

Review crime and safety information near 557 E 1st Ave, Chico, CA 95926. HoodScore summarizes nearby reported incidents, registered sex offenders, and neighborhood safety indicators to help buyers and renters perform better location due diligence.

Generated At — 2026-07-25

$380,000 | 3 bd | 1 ba | 940 sqft

Distance rings: 1 mi and 2 mi from the property.

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Full report contains 146 offenders within 5 miles and 504 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

146 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 557 E 1st Ave, Chico, CA 95926

146 Registered Offenders Nearby
26 Rape
110 Child Involved
25 Assault
8 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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LINDKE, KYLAND JOHN

23 years old

Not Provided CHICO, CA, 95926
0.5 High
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VASQUEZ, FILIBERTO

72 years old

Child Involved

Not Provided CHICO, CA, 95926
0.5 High
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WESNER, CRAIG WILLIAM

56 years old

Child Involved

Not Provided CHICO, CA, 95928
4 Medium
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CLOUSER, DONALD KASH

35 years old

Child Involved

886 WESTGATE CT CHICO, CA, 95926
2.2 Medium
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JARAMILLO, PETER

61 years old

Violent

701 E LASSEN AVE CHICO, CA, 95973
2 Medium

504 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

504 Crime & Incidents by Severity
82 Severe
35 Medium
166 Low
221 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Traffic

07/16/2026 09:54 PM

Edgewater Ct, Chico, CA 95928

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a blue or gray Toyota sedan driving recklessly and at slow speed on Riverbank Drive near Edgewater, then pulling onto the right shoulder of northbound Highway 99 just south of Nelson. The reporting party later lost sight of the vehicle.

Traffic

07/16/2026 09:54 PM

CA-99, Chico, CA

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a small silver car, possibly a Volvo sedan, driving recklessly on northbound Highway 99 near Laurel Lane and approaching eastbound 162, reportedly traveling well below the speed limit and swerving into traffic.

Traffic

07/16/2026 08:54 PM

Franklin St, Chico, CA 95928

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reported a possible reckless driving incident near Olear and Franklin Streets in Chico, involving multiple vehicles allegedly racing and driving into oncoming lanes for about 30 minutes.

Fire

07/16/2026 08:28 PM

CA-99, Chico, CA

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes an apparent roof fire near a highway overpass, with units on scene and referencing a nearby fire station and Pearson Memorial area.

Fire

07/16/2026 08:07 PM

Arbutus Ave, Chico, CA 95926

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported firehouse alarm near Arbutus Avenue and East Third Avenue in Chico.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Hooker Oak Elementary0.3 mi
Chico Junior High0.4 mi
Chico High0.5 mi
Inspire School of Arts and Sciences0.6 mi
Neal Dow Elementary0.7 mi
Citrus Avenue Elementary0.7 mi
Butte County Community0.8 mi
Honey Run Academy Secondary0.9 mi
Pivot Charter School North Valley II1.0 mi
Chico Country Day1.2 mi
Wildflower Open Classroom1.3 mi
Bidwell Junior High1.3 mi
Parkview Elementary1.3 mi
Rosedale Elementary1.4 mi
McManus (John A.) Elementary1.5 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 557 E 1st Ave in a low-crime area?

The current report summarizes crime-related incidents within 5 miles during the last 12 months. HoodScore compares these records with relevant benchmarks, but no report can guarantee future safety.

Why are traffic and medical calls shown separately from crime?

Traffic, medical and fire records are public-safety incidents but are not necessarily crimes. HoodScore separates them to avoid overstating the crime count.

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