Crime & Safety Report for 78 Downing Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Review crime and safety information near 78 Downing Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089. 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

$598,000 | 4 bd | 3 ba | 2,992 sqft

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

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Full report contains 151 offenders within 5 miles and 942 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

151 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 78 Downing Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

151 Registered Offenders Nearby
59 Rape
65 Child Involved
71 Assault
12 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
Offender photo

ANNING, KOFI O

34 years old

Child Involved

869 SANDERS NORTHBROOK, IL, 60062
4.1 Medium
Offender photo

PAPPAS, ANASTASIA B

57 years old

Rapist

Violent

3020 MILWAUKEE AV NORTHBROOK, IL, 60062
4.7 Medium
Offender photo

TREJO, ESMERALDA

26 years old

2975 MILWAUKEE NORTHBROOK, IL, 60062
4.6 Medium
Offender photo

MELNICK, WILLIAM E

46 years old

Child Involved

20581 N EUEGENE AVE LINCOLNSHIRE, IL, 60069
2.1 Medium
Offender photo

GIERA, DAVID P

29 years old

Rapist

Violent

818 W NORTHWEST HWY ARLINGTON HEIGH, IL, 60004
3.5 Medium

942 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

942 Crime & Incidents by Severity
166 Severe
103 Medium
82 Low
591 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Fire

07/16/2026 09:41 PM

Century Dr, Wheeling, IL 60090

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units investigated a possible electrical issue with arcing wires at a single-story building near Century Road in Wheeling, with nothing visible from three sides. Ambulance and engine crews were also sent to a sick person at a residence on Mohawk Lane. Another reported issue near Cooksville Road was determined to be normal and the response was ended.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:41 PM

Old McHenry Rd, Long Grove, IL 60047

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders dispatched to a possible altered mental status at senior living near Old McHenry Road, Long Grove. Patient appears silent and elderly.

Fire

07/16/2026 08:35 PM

Piper Ln #1b, Prospect Heights, IL 60070

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at a multifamily residential building near Piper Lane in Prospect Heights. The alarm was called in from the premises, and three people with several pets were expected to meet responders outside. On arrival, crews reported no visible fire from three sides of the building. Another unit was dispatched to an apparent medical call for altered mental status at a senior living facility on Old McHenry Road in Long Grove.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:25 PM

N Pine Ave 3rd floor, Arlington Heights, IL 60004

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a welfare check for a person reportedly armed with a knife on an upper floor of a building on North Pine in Arlington Heights. The call involves an apparent self-harm situation, and backup officers and an ambulance are sent to the scene.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:10 PM

S Highland Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60005

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a diabetic problem near Highland Avenue and River Avenue at an apartment location.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Booth Tarkington Elem School0.4 mi
Riley School-DHH Elem Prgrm0.5 mi
J W Riley Elem School0.5 mi
Joyce Kilmer Elem School0.7 mi
Jack London Middle School0.9 mi
Eugene Field Elem School0.9 mi
Wheeling High School1.2 mi
Buffalo Grove High School1.3 mi
Ivy Hill Elem School1.4 mi
Edgar A Poe Elem School1.4 mi
Mark Twain Elem School1.5 mi
Henry W Longfellow Elem School1.5 mi
Cooper Middle School1.7 mi
MacArthur MS-D/HH MS Program1.7 mi
MacArthur Middle School1.7 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 78 Downing Rd in a low-crime area?

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