Crime & Safety Report for 5497 56th Ct E, Bradenton, FL 34203

Review crime and safety information near 5497 56th Ct E, Bradenton, FL 34203. 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

$924,000 | 4 bd | 3 ba | 2,480 sqft

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

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Full report contains 123 offenders within 5 miles and 1870 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

123 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 5497 56th Ct E, Bradenton, FL 34203

123 Registered Offenders Nearby
6 Rape
63 Child Involved
16 Assault
49 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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STRAITWELL, JAMES

55 years old

Child Involved

LEWD,LASCIVIOUS CHILD U/16; F.S. 800.04 (PRINCIPAL)

2025-08-27T16:02:27

SEX BAT/COERCES BY THREAT; F.S. 794.011(4)(b) (PRINCIPAL)

2025-08-27T16:02:27

5519 WHITEHEAD ST BRADENTON, FL, 34203
0.3 High
Offender photo

WELLES, DOUGLAS LESTER

69 years old

Child Involved

LEWD,LASCIVIOUS CHILD U/16; F.S. 800.04 (2 Counts)

2025-08-27T16:02:27

1512 60TH AVENUE DR E BRADENTON, FL, 34203
3.8 Medium
Offender photo

WALDIE, CORY ROBERT

42 years old

1526 60TH AVENUE DR E BRADENTON, FL, 34203
3.7 Medium
Offender photo

KEYT, GREGORY WAYNE

72 years old

1520 60TH AVENUE DR E BRADENTON, FL, 34203
3.7 Medium
Offender photo

LIGHTNER, JASON

49 years old

Child Involved

716 57TH AVE E BRADENTON, FL, 34203
4.3 Medium

1870 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

1870 Crime & Incidents by Severity
201 Severe
141 Medium
243 Low
1285 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:13 PM

Lost Creek Terrace, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call for chest pain was reported near Lost Creek Terrace in Bradenton. Emergency unit Alpha 17 responded.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:11 PM

56th Ave Dr W, Bayshore Gardens, FL 34207

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a psychiatric emergency involving a potentially intoxicated and violent patient walking near 56th Avenue Drive West has been reported. Fire and medical units are responding, with non-emergency transport requested. The incident may involve patient agitation or impairment.

Fire

07/16/2026 09:00 PM

64th Terrace E, Bradenton, FL 34203

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported commercial fire alarm at a fast-food restaurant on State Road 64 East in Bradenton, with units directed to a specific entrance and crisis unit room at the location.

Traffic

07/16/2026 08:37 PM

24th St E, Bradenton, FL 34208

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies reported being at/near 24th St (secondary location) and ran two individuals’ identifiers. Dispatch advised both returns were valid/clear (10-27/10-54 status mentioned).

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:30 PM

60th Ave Dr E, Bradenton, FL 34203

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible abdominal medical emergency involving a non-alert patient at a location on 60th Avenue Drive East in Bradenton.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
MANATEE TECHNICAL COLLEGE0.4 mi
BRADEN RIVER HIGH SCHOOL0.5 mi
TARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL1.2 mi
WILLIAM H. BASHAW ELEMENTARY1.7 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 5497 56th Ct E in a low-crime area?

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Why are traffic and medical calls shown separately from crime?

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