Crime & Safety Report for 900 Charles St, Reading, PA 19606

Review crime and safety information near 900 Charles St, Reading, PA 19606. 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

$215,000 | 2 bd | 1 ba | 1,000 sqft

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

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Full report contains 90 offenders within 5 miles and 1799 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

90 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 900 Charles St, Reading, PA 19606

90 Registered Offenders Nearby
18 Rape
29 Child Involved
49 Assault
9 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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SHACKELFORD, JIMMY

years old

Rapist

130.25 - Attempted Rape 3rd Degree

2024-10-03T12:42:28

722 CHERRY ST READING, PA, 19602
4.7 Medium
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WOLK, BRIAN FRANCIS

52 years old

NH007-CERTAIN USES OF COMPUTER SERVICES PHOHIBITED

2024-12-11T18:15:10

700 PENN STREET READING, PA, 19602
4.8 Medium
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KRAUSE, TONY JOSEPH SR

56 years old

FL033-LEWD,LASCIVIOUS MOLESTATION VICTIM 12-15

2024-12-11T18:15:10

100 TROXEL ROAD BIRDSBORO, PA, 19508
2.8 Medium
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DEPAUL, ANTHONY

42 years old

7507.1-INVASION OF PRIVACY

2024-12-11T18:15:10

0 BIRCHMONT DR PURITAN, PA, 19606
1.6 Medium
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APPLEGATE, SCOTT BENNETT

59 years old

Child Involved

Violent

3126-INDECENT ASSAULT

2024-12-11T18:15:10

6318-UNLAWFUL CONTACT OR COMMUNICATION WITH MINOR

2024-12-11T18:15:10

3123-INVOLUNTARY DEVIATE SEXUAL INTERCOURSE

2024-12-11T18:15:10

3126-INDECENT ASSAULT

2024-12-11T18:15:10

6318-UNLAWFUL CONTACT OR COMMUNICATION WITH MINOR

2024-12-11T18:15:10

3123-INVOLUNTARY DEVIATE SEXUAL INTERCOURSE

2024-12-11T18:15:10

727 REDLANE RD BIRDSBORO, PA, 19508
2.2 Medium

1799 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

1799 Crime & Incidents by Severity
248 Severe
118 Medium
99 Low
1334 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:34 PM

S 5th St, Reading, PA 19602

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a basic life support medical emergency was reported at the Hebert Apartment near North 10th Street.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:28 PM

New Holland Rd, Reading, PA 19607

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, an 80-year-old male with stroke history fell and may have struck his head at Reading Health Rehabilitation Hospital near Van Reed Road and Century Boulevard.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:27 PM

52-5 Holly Dr, Reading, PA 19606

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched for a possible advanced life support medical issue at an apartment near Holly Drive and Azalea Way in Exeter Township.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:23 PM

52-5 Holly Dr, Reading, PA 19606

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, an advanced life support medical call was reported near Holly Drive and Azalea Way in Exeter Township. Medic 6932 was dispatched.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 07:35 PM

Inspiration Blvd, Reading, PA 19607

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a lift assist was reported near Inspiration Boulevard at the Heritage at Green Hills Freedom Building, room (number withheld), using the ramp entrance off Tranquility Lane. The individual involved appears to be a 91-year-old male out of his chair with no injuries, weighing approximately 190 pounds.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Lorane El Sch0.2 mi
Reiffton Sch1.8 mi

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Is 900 Charles St in a low-crime area?

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