Since beginning our hunt for a house we've been using two websites that have been very helpful in separating the good from the bad. It is especially important for us to find a neighborhood for our children to ride their bikes down the street or for us to take walks with them without worrying about sexual predators, gang, or drug activity. However, neighborhoods that aren't flooded with crime and violence are far and few between in Portland. I think it is important that no matter where you live or who you associate with you need to be cautious when it comes to your children. Better to be safe than sorry, so check out these two sites to make sure that the people that are around your children are safe.
The first link is for the national sex offender registry. You can type in your address and a map will come up that lists any sex offenders within a two mile radius (approx.). It has their name, picture, address, and what their offense was. If you know of a person that may be suspicious you can also type in their name to see if they are registered. The second link is for the Portland Police Bureau, and it lists crime statistics for each neighborhood in Portland.
www.familywatchdog.us/
www.portlandonline.com/police/index.cfm?c=29831
I don't want to scare you, but no matter where you are be careful and aware of your surroundings. We are not invincible and bad things can happen to anyone.
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