Franklin Square School Apartments Neighborhood, Baltimore

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very high crime — well above the national average across categories

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 192 / 300 High

Violent Crime 158

58% above national avg

Property Crime 154

54% above national avg

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Is Franklin Square School Apartments Safe?

No — this area has very high crime. Franklin Square School Apartments in Baltimore, MD has a safety grade of F. The overall crime index is 192, which is 92% above the national average of 100.

Compared to the Baltimore average (crime index 109), Franklin Square School Apartments is 83% 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: 190, 90% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 73).

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 190 (90% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 73 (27% below avg)

Franklin Square School Apartments 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	185	+85%	+77%	High
Assault	190	+90%	+78%	High
Robbery	73	-27%	-15%	Low
Rape	185	+85%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	137	+37%	+37%	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	140	+40%	+25%	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	184	+84%	+70%	High

How Franklin Square School Apartments Compares

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

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Franklin Square School Apartments Crime Map

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Franklin Square School Apartments Demographics & Context

Population

Median Income

$31,181

Home Value

$89,932

Median Age

Pop. Density

16,597/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 3.3%

Graduate Degree 0%

Housing

25%

75%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 2.3%

Black 93.8%

Hispanic 2.7%

Asian 0.1%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Franklin Square Index: 164

D+

Union Square Index: 175

C-

Harlem Park Index: 168

D+

Boyd / Booth Index: 162

C-

Midtown / Edmondson Index: 142

Poppleton Index: 175

F+

New Southwest / Mount Clare Index: 158

Hollins Market Index: 174

C-

Franklin Square School Apartments Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Franklin Square School Apartments, Baltimore?

Franklin Square School Apartments in Baltimore, MD has a crime safety grade of F as of 2026. The overall crime index is 192, which is 92% above the national average. Compared to the Baltimore average, crime in Franklin Square School Apartments is 83% higher.

Is Franklin Square School Apartments a safe neighborhood in Baltimore?

Franklin Square School Apartments has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of F. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Assault (index: 190), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 73).

How does Franklin Square School Apartments compare to the rest of Baltimore?

Franklin Square School Apartments's overall crime index is 192, compared to the Baltimore average of 109. This means crime in Franklin Square School Apartments is 83% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 158, and for property crime it is 154. 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 School Apartments?

The most prevalent crime type in Franklin Square School Apartments is Assault, with a crime index of 190 (90% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are safer neighborhoods near Franklin Square School Apartments?

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

What are the demographics of Franklin Square School Apartments?

Franklin Square School Apartments has a population of approximately 35. The median household income is $31,181. The median home value is $89,932. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Franklin Square School Apartments crime compare to the national average?

Franklin Square School Apartments's overall crime rate is 92% above the national average (index 192 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 April 2026.