Crime & Safety Report for 717 Elliot Ave, Columbia, SC 29203

Review crime and safety information near 717 Elliot Ave, Columbia, SC 29203. 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

$154,900 | 3 bd | 1 ba | 900 sqft

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

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Full report contains 368 offenders within 5 miles and 1423 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

368 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 717 Elliot Ave, Columbia, SC 29203

368 Registered Offenders Nearby
1 Rape
0 Child Involved
1 Assault
367 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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MCMURRAY, WILLIAM ROBERT

45 years old

313 PENROSE DR COLUMBIA, SC, 29203
2.9 Medium
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ODOM, MICHAEL GREGORY

47 years old

1621 MAIN ST COLUMBIA, SC, 29201
3 Medium
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BOYD, CEDRIC MANDRA

49 years old

2504 GORDON STREET COLUMBIA, SC, 29204
2.3 Medium
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BOYLES, DEAN REX

33 years old

621 SUNSET BLVD WEST COLUMBIA, SC, 29169
3.8 Medium
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BURROUGHS, KENNETH

60 years old

220 FAISON DR COLUMBIA, SC, 29203
4.1 Medium

1423 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

1423 Crime & Incidents by Severity
131 Severe
150 Medium
301 Low
841 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Fire

07/16/2026 08:54 PM

Taylor St, Columbia, SC 29201

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, multiple fire departments were dispatched to a reported high life hazard fire alarm at a residence hall near Taylor Street in Columbia, South Carolina.

Disturbance

07/16/2026 08:10 PM

Bowling Ave, Columbia, SC 29203

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible disorderly conduct situation at an apartment complex near Bowling Road Extension, where a man with no shirt and a backpack is reportedly walking around a building and yelling threats about damaging a window.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:09 PM

Richland Medical Park Dr, Columbia, SC 29203

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS reports a possible cardiac-related medical emergency involving a patient with severe chest pain and rapid breathing near Richland Medical Park in Columbia.

Traffic

07/16/2026 07:53 PM

Center St, Columbia, SC 29204

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer initiated a possible traffic stop involving a vehicle near the intersection of Center Road and another road, in front of a McDonald's in Columbia, South Carolina.

Disturbance

07/16/2026 07:26 PM

Main St, Columbia, SC 29208

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report from a resident near West Main Street that neighbors were allegedly harassing him by standing outside his door and yelling.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Eau Claire High0.1 mi
Hyatt Park Elementary0.7 mi
Alcorn Middle0.7 mi
Midlands Arts Conservatory0.9 mi
Arden Elementary1.1 mi
Heyward Gibbes Middle1.2 mi
J. P. Thomas Elementary1.5 mi
Edward E. Taylor Elementary1.7 mi
Palmetto Achievement Center for Excellence Academy1.8 mi
Burton Pack Elementary1.9 mi
W. A. Perry Middle1.9 mi
Watkins-Nance Elementary2.0 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 717 Elliot 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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