Crime & Safety Report for 8496 NW 37th Ter, Gainesville, FL 32653

Review crime and safety information near 8496 NW 37th Ter, Gainesville, FL 32653. 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

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

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Full report contains 53 offenders within 5 miles and 1939 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

53 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 8496 NW 37th Ter, Gainesville, FL 32653

53 Registered Offenders Nearby
1 Rape
27 Child Involved
6 Assault
23 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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CHAPPELL, RODNEY BENTON

59 years old

SEX BAT BY ADULT/VCTM UNDER 12; F.S. 794.011(2) (PRINCIPAL IN ATTEMPT)

2024-09-02T17:06:34

10815 NW 62ND TER ALACHUA, FL, 32615
2.4 Medium
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MYERSON, JONATHAN THOMAS

49 years old

Child Involved

SEX OFFENSE, OTHER STATE (Child Molestation (Georgia))

2024-09-02T17:06:34

11507 PALMETTO BLVD ALACHUA, FL, 32615
2.8 Medium
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BABIK, STEVEN MICHAEL

64 years old

3501 NW 75TH TER GAINESVILLE, FL, 32606
4.2 Medium
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SMITH, EDDIE LEE

42 years old

822 NW 39TH AVE GAINESVILLE, FL, 32609
4.1 Medium
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MILLER, EMORY

73 years old

3910 NE 1ST TER GAINESVILLE, FL, 32609
4.5 Medium

1939 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

1939 Crime & Incidents by Severity
201 Severe
147 Medium
272 Low
1319 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Traffic

07/16/2026 09:22 PM

NW 16th Ave & NW 22nd St, Gainesville, FL 32605

LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, units report a possible traffic signal malfunction near Northwest 22nd Street and Northwest 16th Avenue, with initial reports that the lights are out and later clarification that they are flashing in both directions.

Break-In

07/16/2026 09:17 PM

NW 40th Terrace B, Gainesville, FL 32605

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a possible burglary alarm at a senior healthcare center on Northwest 40th Terrace after a manager’s office motion sensor activated and no key holder was available.

Break-In

07/16/2026 09:15 PM

NW 48th Terrace, Gainesville, FL 32606

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a possible burglary after a motion alarm activates in a manager’s office at a senior healthcare center near Northwest 48th Terrace. No key holders are reported to be responding.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:50 PM

NW 37th Terrace, Gainesville, FL 32653

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders assist with a precautionary medical check near Northwest 37th Terrace in Turkey Creek. Transport to hospital is not expected.

Other Non‑Crime Event

07/16/2026 08:46 PM

NW 37th Terrace, Gainesville, FL 32653

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire personnel are dispatched on a possible service call near Northwest 37th Terrace in the Turkey Creek Forest area, operating on Alpha 3.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
WILLIAM S. TALBOT ELEM SCHOOL1.8 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 8496 NW 37th Ter 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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