Crime & Safety Report for 556 Melwood Dr, Rochester, NY 14626

Review crime and safety information near 556 Melwood Dr, Rochester, NY 14626. 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

$399,000 | 4 bd | 3 ba | 2,037 sqft

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

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Full report contains 234 offenders within 5 miles and 6713 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

234 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 556 Melwood Dr, Rochester, NY 14626

234 Registered Offenders Nearby
90 Rape
94 Child Involved
6 Assault
70 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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MOSTEK, JASON MICHAEL

49 years old

Child Involved

Violent

1342 DEWEY AVE APT 1 Rochester, NY, 14424
4.3 Medium
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RICHARD PHILHOWER

years old

Child Involved

1020 LEE RD Rochester, NY
2.4 Medium
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DELFIN RIOS

years old

Child Involved

310 CHILD Rochester, NY, 14611
5 Medium
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GERALD ADGER

years old

Child Involved

Rapist

1001 LEE RD New York
2.2 Medium
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JASON CORTESE

years old

Child Involved

555 DEWEY AVE Rochester, NY, 14613
4.5 Medium

6713 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

6713 Crime & Incidents by Severity
888 Severe
853 Medium
848 Low
4124 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Property Damage

07/16/2026 09:11 PM

Murray St, Rochester, NY 14606

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a reported vandalism incident near Murray Street, where kids were reportedly running around and breaking windows.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:04 PM

Woodshire Ln, Rochester, NY 14606

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a diabetic issue involving a 40-year-old female near Woodshire Lane, between Glensville Drive and Lemon Lane.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:01 PM

Dodge St Unit C, Rochester, NY 14606

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving a 28-year-old female who fell and has abdominal pain at an apartment near Dodge Street and Jay Street. Emergency services were requested and dispatched for forced entry.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:42 PM

Dodge St, Rochester, NY 14606

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical service called to (number withheld) Dodge Street near Jay and Lyell streets for possible abdominal pain and an open door.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:37 PM

Myrtle St, Rochester, NY 14606

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a report of a 42-year-old male having trouble breathing near Myrtle Street, Rochester. The call involved an upstairs apartment near St. Helena back street and North Clinton Avenue, with responders coordinating to meet at Hollenbeck and Mazda Terrace.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
CRAIG HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL1.0 mi
WILLIAM C MUNN SCHOOL1.9 mi
HOLMES ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL1.9 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 556 Melwood Dr in a low-crime area?

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