Crime & Safety Report for 1543 Scranton Ave, Clearwater, FL 33756

Review crime and safety information near 1543 Scranton Ave, Clearwater, FL 33756. 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

$499,000 | 4 bd | 3 ba | 960 sqft

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

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Full report contains 374 offenders within 5 miles and 11128 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

374 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 1543 Scranton Ave, Clearwater, FL 33756

374 Registered Offenders Nearby
22 Rape
213 Child Involved
35 Assault
130 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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GRIFFIN, WALTER WAYNE

74 years old

Rapist

25 CAUSEWAY BLVD CLEARWATER, FL, 33767
3.2 Medium
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BROOKS, ANTHONY DARRYL

59 years old

25 CAUSEWAY BLVD CLEARWATER BEACH, FL, 33767
3.2 Medium
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CLAYTON, JOHN FRANCIS

60 years old

385 ELIZABETH AVE CLEARWATER, FL, 33759
4.8 Medium
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IRIONS, DANIEL GENE

73 years old

201 DAVID AVE CLEARWATER, FL, 33759
4.8 Medium
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NORMAN, GEORGE HOWARD

52 years old

Child Involved

336 ELIZABETH AVE CLEARWATER, FL, 33759
4.8 Medium

11128 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

11128 Crime & Incidents by Severity
783 Severe
862 Medium
1934 Low
7549 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 10:36 PM

14th St SW, Largo, FL 33770

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, medical personnel report a 61-year-old man with diarrhea near 14th Street Southwest in Largo. Vital signs include heart rate of 78, oxygen saturation at 98%, and blood pressure 180/100. Arrival is estimated in about 10 minutes.

Suspicious Activity

07/16/2026 10:29 PM

104th St, Largo, FL 33773

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a possible trespassing complaint by text to 911 about someone reportedly going through items in a backyard near 104th Street North in Largo. The caller suggested the person might be someone known to them who had previously been told to leave. Responding units later reported the subject was gone on arrival and there was no answer at the residence door.

Theft Report

07/16/2026 10:24 PM

Sunset Point Rd, Clearwater, FL 33765

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported theft in progress at a 7-Eleven near Sunset Point Road and N Hercules Avenue in Clearwater. Two males wearing all black were reported stealing/concealing items inside the store, and an employee requested they be trespassed. The individuals reportedly walked away from the area, possibly west to east.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 10:11 PM

Belcher Rd, Largo, FL 33771

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a possible medical emergency near Belcher Road and 85th.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 10:05 PM

Indian Rocks Rd, Largo, FL 33774

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS unit 504 is transporting a patient to Largo West with fire and police riders.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
PONCE DE LEON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL0.8 mi
BELLEAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL0.8 mi
PINELLAS ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE1.3 mi
LARGO HIGH SCHOOL1.5 mi
DROPOUT PREVENTION SCHOOL1.9 mi
STRIVE ACADEMY1.9 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 1543 Scranton 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?

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