Franklin Square Neighborhood, Baltimore

Crime Rate & Statistics

D+

Elevated crime — noticeably above the national average

Safer than 7% of neighborhoods in Baltimore

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 164 / 300 High

Violent Crime 128

28% above national avg

Property Crime 130

30% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is Franklin Square Safe?

No — crime is noticeably above average here. Franklin Square in Baltimore, MD has a safety grade of D+. The overall crime index is 164, which is 64% above the national average of 100. Franklin Square is safer than 7% of neighborhoods in Baltimore.

Compared to the Baltimore average (crime index 109), Franklin Square is 55% 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: 168, 68% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 60).

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 168 (68% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 60 (40% below avg)

Franklin Square Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Baltimore	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	136	+36%	+28%	Moderate
Assault	168	+68%	+56%	High
Robbery	60	-40%	-28%	Low
Rape	148	+48%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	133	+33%	+33%	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	114	+14%	-1%	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	144	+44%	+30%	Moderate

How Franklin Square Compares

Crime index by category: Franklin Square vs Baltimore average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Franklin Square Crime Map

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Franklin Square Demographics & Context

Population

2,532

Median Income

$47,147

Home Value

$73,031

Median Age

Pop. Density

14,670/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.9%

Graduate Degree 1.9%

Housing

27%

73%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 4.5%

Black 89.3%

Hispanic 5.1%

Asian 0.4%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Union Square Index: 175

C-

Boyd / Booth Index: 162

C-

Harlem Park Index: 168

D+

New Southwest / Mount Clare Index: 158

Poppleton Index: 175

F+

Hollins Market Index: 174

C-

Carrollton Ridge Index: 155

C+

Midtown / Edmondson Index: 142

Franklin Square Crime Map

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Baltimore Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Franklin Square, Baltimore?

Franklin Square in Baltimore, MD has a crime safety grade of D+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 164, which is 64% above the national average. Compared to the Baltimore average, crime in Franklin Square is 55% higher. Franklin Square is safer than 7% of neighborhoods in Baltimore.

Is Franklin Square a safe neighborhood in Baltimore?

Franklin Square has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D+. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Assault (index: 168), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 60).

How does Franklin Square compare to the rest of Baltimore?

Franklin Square's overall crime index is 164, compared to the Baltimore average of 109. This means crime in Franklin Square is 55% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 128, and for property crime it is 130. 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 Franklin Square?

The most prevalent crime type in Franklin Square is Assault, with a crime index of 168 (68% 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 Franklin Square?

Nearby neighborhoods include Union Square, Boyd / Booth, Harlem Park, New Southwest / Mount Clare. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Franklin Square?

Franklin Square has a population of approximately 2,532. The median household income is $47,147. The median home value is $73,031. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Franklin Square crime compare to the national average?

Franklin Square's overall crime rate is 64% above the national average (index 164 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.