Crime & Safety Report for 208 Meadow Loop, Newland, NC 28657

Review crime and safety information near 208 Meadow Loop, Newland, NC 28657. 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

$495,000 | 2 bd | 2 ba | 986 sqft

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

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Full report contains 16 offenders within 5 miles and 8 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

16 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 208 Meadow Loop, Newland, NC 28657

16 Registered Offenders Nearby
1 Rape
8 Child Involved
2 Assault
7 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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SHIELDS, JOSHUA PETER THOMAS

37 years old

Child Involved

REGISTERED AS A RESULT OF OUT-OF-STATE CONVICTION

2024-12-17T08:38:16

9680 HWY 181 JONAS RIDGE, NC, 28641
4.5 Medium
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SIPALA, FRANCIS J

69 years old

REGISTERED AS A RESULT OF OUT-OF-STATE CONVICTION

2024-12-17T08:38:16

REGISTERED AS A RESULT OF OUT-OF-STATE CONVICTION

2024-12-17T08:38:16

300 MOUNTAINVIEW APTS LANE LINVILLE, NC, 28646
4.8 Medium
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ANDERSON, GARDNER GILFORD

45 years old

REGISTERED AS A RESULT OF OUT-OF-STATE CONVICTION

2024-12-17T08:38:16

REGISTERED AS A RESULT OF OUT-OF-STATE CONVICTION

2024-12-17T08:38:16

6531 RHODODENDRON RUN NEWLAND, NC, 28657
4.3 Medium
Offender photo

BRASWELL, JONATHON KEITH

23 years old

Child Involved

SEX EXPLOIT MINOR 2ND DEGREE

2024-12-17T08:38:16

79 PANSY LN NEWLAND, NC, 28657
2.5 Medium
Offender photo

CLARK, BRIAN K

50 years old

Rapist

RAPE 2ND DEGREE

2024-12-17T08:38:16

SEX OFFENSE 2ND DEGREE

2024-12-17T08:38:16

SEX OFFENSE 2ND DEGREE

2024-12-17T08:38:16

87 ELBERT CLARK RD NEWLAND, NC, 28657
3.6 Medium

8 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

8 Crime & Incidents by Severity
2 Medium
3 Low
3 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Traffic

07/16/2026 03:50 AM

Linville Falls Hwy, Newland, NC 28657

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible two-vehicle crash with property damage on Linville Falls Highway near Michelle Lane involving a silver Nissan and a blue Hyundai.

Suspicious Activity

07/06/2026 07:02 PM

Roseboro Rd, Linville, NC 28646

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies conducted a follow-up at a residence on Roseboro Road in Linville for a possible suspicious situation. Units were asked to check a tent behind the home and, if they found an unlocked entry, to go inside and clear the residence without forcing their way in if all doors were locked.

Disturbance

07/04/2026 09:35 PM

Turbyfill Rd, Newland, NC 28657

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies were sent to a reported disturbance involving a person setting off fireworks in the roadway near Turbyfill Road in Newland, North Carolina.

Fire

07/04/2026 09:33 PM

Turbyfill Rd, Newland, NC 28657

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies respond to a reported road hazard on Turbyfill Road involving a person possibly setting off fireworks in the roadway.

Traffic

06/28/2026 12:25 PM

Jonas Ridge Hwy, Newland, NC 28657

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible two-vehicle crash with property damage near the (number withheld) block of Jonas Ridge Highway by a BP gas station and nearby Mexican restaurant. Information appears limited at this time.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Avery Middle1.6 mi
Avery County High1.7 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 208 Meadow Loop 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?

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