Crime & Safety Report for 224 Buchanan Ter, Decatur, GA 30030

Review crime and safety information near 224 Buchanan Ter, Decatur, GA 30030. 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

$490,000 | 4 bd | 2 ba

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

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Full report contains 257 offenders within 5 miles and 12326 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

257 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 224 Buchanan Ter, Decatur, GA 30030

257 Registered Offenders Nearby
95 Rape
160 Child Involved
57 Assault
57 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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BEAVERS, VINCENT H

70 years old

4026 TIFFANY DRIVE DECATUR, GA
4.8 Medium
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LOVELACE, DEWARREN

47 years old

Child Involved

EASTLAND ROAD ATLANTA, GA, 30316
3.9 Medium
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MICKELL, THOMAS ERICK

42 years old

Child Involved

DURHAM PARK RD STONE MOUNTAIN, GA, 30082
3.6 Medium
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SHANNON, DAVID GENE

59 years old

Child Involved

WELLBORN TRACE DECATUR, GA, 30058
1.1 Medium
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WEEMS, MARCUS JERMAINE

52 years old

PARKWAY DIVE ATLANTA, GA, 30308
4.7 Medium

12326 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

12326 Crime & Incidents by Severity
1522 Severe
1490 Medium
2598 Low
6716 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 11:06 PM

St Charles Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was dispatched to an apartment near St Charles Avenue Northeast regarding a 63-year-old man. The caller will be on the scene.

Traffic

07/16/2026 11:03 PM

King Memorial, 377 Decatur St SE & Grant Street, Atlanta, GA 30312

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible road accident in the area of King Memorial station in Atlanta, though the exact circumstances and vehicles involved are unclear.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 11:02 PM

King Memorial, 377 Decatur St SE & Grant Street, Atlanta, GA 30312

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, medical assistance was reported at King Memorial platform for a person who was reportedly able to move under their own power. Responders were waiting on a wheelchair and 911 was on scene or being contacted.

Suspicious Activity

07/16/2026 10:58 PM

Flat Shoals Rd m 11, Decatur, GA 30034

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller at an apartment on Flat Shoals Road in Decatur reports dogs barking and possible people creeping around with shadows seen near the building. Responding units are apparently not being sent at this time.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 10:54 PM

Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, paramedics responded to a medical emergency near Auburn Avenue northeast, apartment (number withheld). An elderly patient appeared to have difficulty breathing.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Winnona Park Elementary School0.5 mi
Beacon Hill Middle School0.8 mi
Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School0.8 mi
Oakhurst Elementary School0.9 mi
Decatur High School0.9 mi
Talley Street Upper Elementary School0.9 mi
Glennwood Elementary School1.2 mi
Museum School Avondale Estates1.4 mi
Charles Drew Charter JA/SR Academy1.4 mi
DeKalb School of the Arts1.4 mi
Charles R. Drew Charter School1.6 mi
Clairemont Elementary School1.7 mi
PEACE Academy Charter School1.8 mi
Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers1.8 mi
Westchester Elementary School1.9 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 224 Buchanan 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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