Neighborhood Crime Report
Brightwood
Washington, DC
B+

Crime Score

Average crime

Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault 84
16% below avg
Robbery 138
38% above avg
Burglary 63
37% below avg
Larceny/Theft 123
23% above avg
Vehicle Theft 101
1% above avg
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Demographics
$738,290
Average Home
$67,599
Average Income
13,683
Population
40.0
Average Age
Nearby Neighborhoods
Takoma / Brightwood / Manor Park B+ Walter Reed Army Medical Center B+ Manor Park B+ Brightwood Park B- Takoma B+
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Crime Level
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Brightwood Details

Brightwood, Washington Crime Information

Washington, DC neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

B+

Brightwood

Washington, DC

Crime Score: B+ – Average crime

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13,683
Population
$67,599
Median Income
$738,290
Median Home Value
40.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 84
Robbery 138
Burglary 63
Larceny/Theft 123
Vehicle Theft 101

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

Housing & Real Estate

$738,290
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
40.7%
Renter Occupied
59.3%

Cost of Living

↓ 17% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -10%
🛒 Food & Groceries -23%
🚗 Transportation -16%
🏥 Healthcare -29%
💡 Utilities -3%

Demographics

Education Level

22.1%
High School+
16.7%
Bachelor's+
17.8%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
11.7%
Black/African American
65.3%
Hispanic/Latino
26.1%
Asian
1.8%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
43° / 24°F
Summer (Jul)
88° / 65°F
🌧️
43.8"
Annual Rain
❄️
17.0"
Annual Snow

Nearby Neighborhoods

Takoma / Brightwood / Manor Park B+ Walter Reed Army Medical Center B+ Manor Park B+ Brightwood Park B- Takoma B+
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Brightwood, Washington Crime Information

Washington, DC neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

B+

Brightwood

Washington, DC

Crime Score: B+ – Average crime

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Low High
13,683
Population
$67,599
Median Income
$738,290
Median Home Value
40.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 84
Robbery 138
Burglary 63
Larceny/Theft 123
Vehicle Theft 101

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

Housing & Real Estate

$738,290
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
40.7%
Renter Occupied
59.3%

Cost of Living

↓ 17% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -10%
🛒 Food & Groceries -23%
🚗 Transportation -16%
🏥 Healthcare -29%
💡 Utilities -3%

Demographics

Education Level

22.1%
High School+
16.7%
Bachelor's+
17.8%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
11.7%
Black/African American
65.3%
Hispanic/Latino
26.1%
Asian
1.8%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
43° / 24°F
Summer (Jul)
88° / 65°F
🌧️
43.8"
Annual Rain
❄️
17.0"
Annual Snow

Nearby Neighborhoods

Takoma / Brightwood / Manor Park B+ Walter Reed Army Medical Center B+ Manor Park B+ Brightwood Park B- Takoma B+

About Brightwood

Brightwood is a neighborhood located in Washington, DC. With a crime score of B+, this area has average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 13,683 residents with a median household income of $67,599.

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
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