Crime & Safety Report for 2247 Amherst Ave, Columbus, OH 43223

Review crime and safety information near 2247 Amherst Ave, Columbus, OH 43223. 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

$160,000 | 3 bd | 1 ba | 1,351 sqft

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

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Full report contains 500 offenders within 5 miles and 14203 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

500 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 2247 Amherst Ave, Columbus, OH 43223

500 Registered Offenders Nearby
105 Rape
151 Child Involved
54 Assault
208 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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DRAKE, JOEL ANTHONY LEE

31 years old

3040 MC KINLEY AVENUE COLUMBUS, OH, 43204
3.2 Medium
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PORTER, DONNIE L

66 years old

Violent

2800 MARLANE CT GROVE CITY, OH, 43123
3.1 Medium
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MCKNIGHT, KYLE

28 years old

Child Involved

1006 DUBLIN RD COLUMBUS, OH, 43215
2.2 Medium
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PHILLIPPI, MICHAEL ANTHONY

31 years old

3976 RANDELL RD COLUMBUS, OH, 43228
2.5 Medium
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KEERAN, JOSHUA ALEXANDER

30 years old

Child Involved

535 REACH BOULEVARD COLUMBUS, OH, 43215
2.9 Medium

14203 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

14203 Crime & Incidents by Severity
1905 Severe
2377 Medium
2944 Low
6977 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 10:55 PM

N Huron Ave, Columbus, OH 43204

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, medical emergency reported near Westerville Estates on Finch Road at cross streets Huron Avenue and Harlem Road. Medic 451 dispatched to respond.

Fire

07/16/2026 10:47 PM

Holt Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported water flow alarm at a middle school on Holt Road. Nothing apparent was showing on arrival and crews were investigating. A separate medic unit was dispatched to a possible hemorrhage on Clinton Street.

Disturbance

07/16/2026 10:46 PM

Cleveland Ave & E 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to reports of a man in a black shirt and black shorts running in and out of traffic near East Fifth and Cleveland Avenue, reportedly approaching cars and asking for help before leaving the area.

Domestic Dispute

07/16/2026 10:36 PM

Plum St, Columbus, OH 43204

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a repeat disturbance at a residence near Plum St in Columbus, where a caller says a roommate is still arguing and officers are requested to return.

Fire

07/16/2026 10:21 PM

S Front St, Columbus, OH

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters are dispatched to a reported fire alarm at a business on South Front Street in Columbus, with an engine and ladder company responding and nearby cross streets mentioned for location.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Hilltonia Middle School0.3 mi
West Mound Elementary School0.4 mi
Burroughs Elementary School0.5 mi
Lindbergh Elementary School0.8 mi
Highland Elementary School0.8 mi
Educational Academy for Boys & Girls0.8 mi
Briggs High School1.1 mi
West High School1.1 mi
East Franklin Elementary School1.2 mi
West Broad Elementary School1.2 mi
Central Point Preparatory Academy1.2 mi
Capital High School1.2 mi
Westgate Alternative Elementary School1.3 mi
Starling PK-81.3 mi
Binns Elementary School1.3 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 2247 Amherst 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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