Crime & Safety Report for 705 Nicholson St, Joliet, IL 60435

Review crime and safety information near 705 Nicholson St, Joliet, IL 60435. 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

$282,700 | 3 bd | 2 ba | 1,429 sqft

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

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Full report contains 244 offenders within 5 miles and 2652 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

244 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 705 Nicholson St, Joliet, IL 60435

244 Registered Offenders Nearby
117 Rape
88 Child Involved
146 Assault
8 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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GREGORY, MICHAEL TODD

44 years old

Rapist

Violent

904 WESTMINSTER STREET JOLIET, IL, 60435
1.5 Medium
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GALLEGOS, ROMEO

66 years old

Rapist

Violent

1910 N HICKORY ST 1 CREST HILL, IL, 60403
1.6 Medium
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PORTER, NATHAN L

56 years old

Rapist

1000 CORA ST 2A JOLIET, IL, 60435
0.4 High
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BANKS, ZION LAYSHAWN

22 years old

16830 E STATE ROUTE 53 CREST HILL, IL, 60503
2.9 Medium
Offender photo

RAMOS, MIGUEL

36 years old

Rapist

Violent

950 W RENWICK RD CREST HILL, IL, 60446
4.3 Medium

2652 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

2652 Crime & Incidents by Severity
322 Severe
355 Medium
657 Low
1318 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Traffic

07/16/2026 09:53 PM

Mayor Art Schultz Dr, Joliet, IL

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on a white Chevy occupied by one person near Washington and York, later updating their location to the area of Mayor Art Schultz Drive by the Metra parking lot in Joliet.

Fire

07/16/2026 09:24 PM

Farrell Rd, Lockport, IL 60441

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units responded to a reported fire alarm at a township building near South Farrell Road in Lockport. Multiple fire and ambulance units were dispatched to investigate the alarm.

Fire

07/16/2026 09:23 PM

Farrell Rd, Lockport, IL 60441

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews and an ambulance responded to a reported fire alarm at a township building near South Farrell Road in Lockport. One engine later indicated they would handle the call and report back in service.

Traffic

07/16/2026 09:06 PM

I-55, Joliet, IL

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a stalled vehicle on northbound I-55 near Black Road. The vehicle was moved to a safer location, and the occupants were waiting for roadside assistance for fuel.

Traffic

07/16/2026 09:01 PM

IL-53 & University Pkwy, Romeoville, IL 60446

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conduct a traffic stop near Illinois 53 and South University Parkway involving a black four-door Jeep with a specific license plate.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
M J Cunningham Elem Sch0.3 mi
Farragut Elem School0.5 mi
Joliet Central High School1.3 mi
Taft Elementary School1.3 mi
Pershing Elem School1.3 mi
Pathways Academy1.4 mi
Lincoln School RSSP1.4 mi
Lincoln School ALOP1.4 mi
Lincoln School TAOEP1.4 mi
Sator Sanchez Elem School1.4 mi
Chaney-Monge School1.6 mi
Dirksen Junior High School1.7 mi
Hufford Junior High School1.7 mi
Joliet West High School1.7 mi
Joseph E Fisher School1.8 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 705 Nicholson St 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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