Heritage Crossing Neighborhood, Baltimore

Crime Rate & Statistics

D-

High crime area — exercise caution, especially at night

Safer than 2% of neighborhoods in Baltimore

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 161 / 300 High

Violent Crime 168

68% above national avg

Property Crime 151

51% above national avg

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Is Heritage Crossing Safe?

No — this is a high-crime area. Heritage Crossing in Baltimore, MD has a safety grade of D-. The overall crime index is 161, which is 61% above the national average of 100. Heritage Crossing is safer than 2% of neighborhoods in Baltimore.

Compared to the Baltimore average (crime index 109), Heritage Crossing is 52% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 183, 83% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 111).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 183 (83% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 111 (11% above avg)

Heritage Crossing 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	170	+70%	+62%	High
Assault	154	+54%	+42%	High
Robbery	164	+64%	+76%	High
Rape	183	+83%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	111	+11%	+11%	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	165	+65%	+50%	High
Vehicle Theft	176	+76%	+62%	High

How Heritage Crossing Compares

Crime index by category: Heritage Crossing vs Baltimore average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Heritage Crossing Crime Map

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Heritage Crossing Demographics & Context

Population

1,493

Median Income

$39,343

Home Value

$139,499

Median Age

Pop. Density

16,747/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6%

Graduate Degree 11.4%

Housing

25%

75%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 1.5%

Black 94.5%

Hispanic 2.5%

Asian 1.2%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Seton Hill Index: 162

Upton Index: 169

D-

Poppleton Index: 175

F+

University of Maryland Index: 173

C-

Madison Park Index: 179

F+

Harlem Park Index: 168

D+

Mount Vernon Index: 163

Hollins Market Index: 174

C-

Heritage Crossing Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Heritage Crossing, Baltimore?

Heritage Crossing in Baltimore, MD has a crime safety grade of D- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 161, which is 61% above the national average. Compared to the Baltimore average, crime in Heritage Crossing is 52% higher. Heritage Crossing is safer than 2% of neighborhoods in Baltimore.

Is Heritage Crossing a safe neighborhood in Baltimore?

Heritage Crossing has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D-. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Rape (index: 183), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 111).

How does Heritage Crossing compare to the rest of Baltimore?

Heritage Crossing's overall crime index is 161, compared to the Baltimore average of 109. This means crime in Heritage Crossing is 52% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 168, and for property crime it is 151. 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 Heritage Crossing?

The most prevalent crime type in Heritage Crossing is Rape, with a crime index of 183 (83% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are safer neighborhoods near Heritage Crossing?

Nearby neighborhoods include Seton Hill, Upton, Poppleton, University of Maryland. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Heritage Crossing?

Heritage Crossing has a population of approximately 1,493. The median household income is $39,343. The median home value is $139,499. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Heritage Crossing crime compare to the national average?

Heritage Crossing's overall crime rate is 61% above the national average (index 161 vs 100). Within Baltimore, it is safer than 2% 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.