1216 W Fayette Street Neighborhood, Baltimore

Last updated: May 19, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Summary: 1216 W Fayette Street, Baltimore Crime Rate (2026)

1216 W Fayette Street in Baltimore, MD has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 19, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 107 / 300 High
Violent Crime 56
44% below national avg
Property Crime 88
12% below national avg

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Is 1216 W Fayette Street Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood has good safety. 1216 W Fayette Street in Baltimore, MD has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average of 100.

Compared to the Baltimore average (crime index 109), 1216 W Fayette Street is 2% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 5). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 146 (46% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 5 (95% below avg)

1216 W Fayette Street Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Baltimore city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
44 -56% Low
Assault
146 +46% Moderate
Robbery
5 -95% Low
Rape
29 -71% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
98 -2% Average
Larceny / Theft
86 -14% Average
Vehicle Theft
80 -20% Low

How 1216 W Fayette Street Compares

Crime index by category: 1216 W Fayette Street vs Baltimore average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

1216 W Fayette Street Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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1216 W Fayette Street Demographics & Context

Population
2
Median Income
$32,627
Home Value
$281,818
Median Age
53
Pop. Density
7,226/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 3.8%
Graduate Degree 1.3%

Housing

26%
74%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 4.8%
Black 93.1%
Hispanic 0.6%
Asian 0.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in 1216 W Fayette Street, Baltimore?

1216 W Fayette Street in Baltimore, MD has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average. Compared to the Baltimore average, crime in 1216 W Fayette Street is 2% lower.

Is 1216 W Fayette Street a safe neighborhood in Baltimore?

1216 W Fayette Street is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Baltimore, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Assault (index: 146), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 5).

How does 1216 W Fayette Street compare to the rest of Baltimore?

1216 W Fayette Street's overall crime index is 107, compared to the Baltimore average of 109. This means crime in 1216 W Fayette Street is 2% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 56, and for property crime it is 88. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in 1216 W Fayette Street?

The most prevalent crime type in 1216 W Fayette Street is Assault, with a crime index of 146 (46% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are safer neighborhoods near 1216 W Fayette Street?

Nearby neighborhoods include Franklin Square, Poppleton, Union Square, Hollins Market. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of 1216 W Fayette Street?

1216 W Fayette Street has a population of approximately 2. The median household income is $32,627. The median home value is $281,818. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does 1216 W Fayette Street crime compare to the national average?

1216 W Fayette Street's overall crime rate is 7% above the national average (index 107 vs 100). For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated May 2026.