Crime & Safety Report for 16497 253 1/2 Ave NW, Big Lake, MN 55309

Review crime and safety information near 16497 253 1/2 Ave NW, Big Lake, MN 55309. HoodScore summarizes nearby reported incidents, registered sex offenders, and neighborhood safety indicators to help buyers and renters perform better location due diligence.

Generated At — 2026-07-26

$375,000 | 3 bd | 1 ba | 1,300 sqft

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

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Full report contains 0 offenders within 5 miles and 72 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

0 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 16497 253 1/2 Ave NW, Big Lake, MN 55309

0 Registered Offenders Nearby
0 Rape
0 Child Involved
0 Assault
0 Other
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72 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

72 Crime & Incidents by Severity
13 Severe
4 Medium
3 Low
52 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Fire

07/16/2026 11:25 AM

167th St NW, Big Lake, MN 55309

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews in Big Lake responded to a report that a gas line was struck at a construction site near 167th Street Northwest. Initial radio traffic suggested it might be a main line, but it was later clarified as a service line. Crews reported no gas odor in the nearby residence and zero readings on their monitor, and some responding units were canceled while the utility company was requested to handle the issue.

Fire

07/16/2026 07:34 AM

236th Ave NW, Big Lake, MN 55309

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched near 236th Avenue in Big Lake for a small outdoor fire where railroad ties under a concrete slab were reported to be smoking and smoldering after leaves had been burned earlier. The caller reported being unable to extinguish the fire.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 07:13 AM

119th St SE, Big Lake, MN 55309

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a possible traumatic injury reported at a location near 119th Street Southeast in Becker Township.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 04:36 AM

8th Ave S, Zimmerman, MN 55398

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible medical mutual-aid incident near 8th Avenue South in Zimmerman, with a unit responding using lights and siren to stage in the area.

Medical Emergency

07/14/2026 08:25 AM

3rd Ave S, Zimmerman, MN 55398

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were sent code three to a location near 3rd Avenue South in Zimmerman for a report of an unconscious person in a unit of a residential building.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 16497 253 1/2 Ave NW 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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