Druid Heights Neighborhood, Baltimore
Crime Rate & Statistics
High crime area — significantly above-average crime rates
Safer than 7% of neighborhoods in Baltimore
Safety at a Glance
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Is Druid Heights Safe?
No — this is a high-crime area. Druid Heights in Baltimore, MD has a safety grade of D. The overall crime index is 175, which is 75% above the national average of 100. Druid Heights is safer than 7% of neighborhoods in Baltimore.
Compared to the Baltimore average (crime index 109), Druid Heights is 66% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.
Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 178, 78% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 82).
Druid Heights 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 | ||||
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Murder
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131 | +31% | Moderate | |
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Assault
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178 | +78% | High | |
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Robbery
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82 | -18% | Average | |
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Rape
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128 | +28% | Moderate | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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148 | +48% | Moderate | |
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Larceny / Theft
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116 | +16% | Moderate | |
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Vehicle Theft
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139 | +39% | Moderate | |
How Druid Heights Compares
Crime index by category: Druid Heights vs Baltimore average vs national average.
Crime by Category
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Druid Heights Crime Map
Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.
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Druid Heights Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Druid Heights, Baltimore?
Druid Heights in Baltimore, MD has a crime safety grade of D as of 2026. The overall crime index is 175, which is 75% above the national average. Compared to the Baltimore average, crime in Druid Heights is 66% higher. Druid Heights is safer than 7% of neighborhoods in Baltimore.
Is Druid Heights a safe neighborhood in Baltimore?
Druid Heights has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Assault (index: 178), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 82).
How does Druid Heights compare to the rest of Baltimore?
Druid Heights's overall crime index is 175, compared to the Baltimore average of 109. This means crime in Druid Heights is 66% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 130, and for property crime it is 134. 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 Druid Heights?
The most prevalent crime type in Druid Heights is Assault, with a crime index of 178 (78% 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 Druid Heights?
Nearby neighborhoods include Sandtown / Winchester, Reservoir Hill, Penn North, Madison Park. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.
What are the demographics of Druid Heights?
Druid Heights has a population of approximately 1,276. The median household income is $36,807. The median home value is $186,649. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Druid Heights crime compare to the national average?
Druid Heights's overall crime rate is 75% above the national average (index 175 vs 100). Within Baltimore, it is safer than 7% of neighborhoods. 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 April 2026.