Crime & Safety Report for 261 Academy Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220

Review crime and safety information near 261 Academy Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220. 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

$225,000 | 2 bd | 1 ba | 901 sqft

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

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Full report contains 500 offenders within 5 miles and 10092 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

500 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 261 Academy Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220

500 Registered Offenders Nearby
11 Rape
53 Child Involved
46 Assault
399 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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RUMBLE, KENNETH PAUL

46 years old

30600 RYAN WARREN, MI, 48092
4.7 Medium
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STORMONT, KYLE CHRISTOPHER

31 years old

13100 CLOVERDALE ST OAK PARK, MI, 48237
2.4 Medium
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TRACY, DONALD CAMERON

29 years old

EAST 12 MILE ROAD WARREN, MI, 48092
3.9 Medium
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WILSON, JESSE GLENN-JOSHUA

38 years old

Child Involved

21500 MOUND ROAD WARREN, MI, 48091
4.4 Medium
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YATES, MICHAEL WAYNE

70 years old

28509 WEXFORD DR WARREN, MI, 48092
4.3 Medium

10092 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

10092 Crime & Incidents by Severity
1461 Severe
1333 Medium
2044 Low
5254 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:37 PM

Roselawn St, Detroit, MI 48221

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews respond to a reported suicide attempt by overdose near Roselawn St, between Chippewa and North 44th (cross street as heard on radio).

Break-In

07/16/2026 09:32 PM

Carpenter Ave, Detroit, MI 48212

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a verified alarm at a school on Carpenter Street, where a person reportedly does not have the access code and multiple alarms have been triggered.

Traffic

07/16/2026 09:31 PM

Turner St, Detroit, MI

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported auto accident near Frankford and Turner, with a request for an additional patrol car to check the scene.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:29 PM

John B Ave, Warren, MI 48091

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call involves a 22-year-old male who appears to be on detox near John B Avenue. Fire and EMS units are also en route.

Suspicious Activity

07/16/2026 09:25 PM

Revere Ave, Warren, MI 48092

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to investigate possible suspicious circumstances reported on Revere Avenue that reportedly occurred 30 to 45 minutes earlier.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
University High School0.7 mi
Webb Elementary School1.0 mi
Ferndale High School1.0 mi
Jardon Vocational School1.0 mi
Ferndale Middle School1.1 mi
Edison1.1 mi
Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus1.1 mi
Invest Roosevelt Alternative High School1.3 mi
Pasteur Elementary School1.5 mi
Hazel Park Junior High School1.6 mi
Tri County Educational Center1.6 mi
Oakland Elementary School1.7 mi
CASA1.8 mi
United Oaks Elementary School1.8 mi
Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus1.8 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 261 Academy Ave 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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