Neighborhood Crime Report
Benning Heights
Washington, DC
C-

Crime Score

High crime rate

Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault 154
54% above avg
Robbery 114
14% above avg
Burglary 105
5% above avg
Larceny/Theft 116
16% above avg
Vehicle Theft 140
40% above avg
Demographics
$389,558
Average Home
$58,679
Average Income
8,157
Population
38.0
Average Age
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Crime Level
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Benning Heights Details

Benning Heights, Washington Crime Information

Washington, DC neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

C-

Benning Heights

Washington, DC

Crime Score: C- – High crime rate

Updated yesterday at 10:55pm
Low High
8,157
Population
$58,679
Median Income
$389,558
Median Home Value
38.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 154
Robbery 114
Burglary 105
Larceny/Theft 116
Vehicle Theft 140

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$389,558
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
36.9%
Renter Occupied
63.1%

Cost of Living

28% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -18%
🛒 Food & Groceries -34%
🚗 Transportation -25%
🏥 Healthcare -40%
💡 Utilities -6%

Demographics

Education Level

41.7%
High School+
9.0%
Bachelor's+
7.1%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
1.5%
Black/African American
93.3%
Hispanic/Latino
4.5%
Asian
0.3%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
44° / 25°F
Summer (Jul)
88° / 66°F
🌧️
43.1"
Annual Rain
❄️
17.0"
Annual Snow

About Benning Heights

Benning Heights is a neighborhood located in Washington, DC. With a crime score of C-, this area has high crime rate compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 8,157 residents with a median household income of $58,679.

Safety Tips

  • Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
  • Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
  • Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
  • Report suspicious activity to local authorities