Birchwood Neighborhood, Birchwood

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest neighborhoods — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Birchwood

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 78 / 300 High
Violent Crime 88
12% below national avg
Property Crime 42
58% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is Birchwood Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood is extremely safe. Birchwood in Birchwood, TN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 78, which is 22% below the national average of 100. Birchwood is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Birchwood.

Compared to the Birchwood average (crime index 78), Birchwood is 0% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 116, 16% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 17). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this neighborhood.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 116 (16% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 17 (83% below avg)

Birchwood Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
78 -22% Low
Assault
45 -55% Low
Robbery
116 +16% Moderate
Rape
111 +11% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
89 -11% Average
Larceny / Theft
20 -80% Low
Vehicle Theft
17 -83% Low

How Birchwood Compares

Crime index by category: Birchwood vs Birchwood average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Birchwood Crime Map

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

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Birchwood Demographics & Context

Population
8,350
Median Income
$74,202
Home Value
$307,842
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
114/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.7%
Graduate Degree 5.1%

Housing

86%
14%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.7%
Black 1.2%
Hispanic 1.7%
Asian 0.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Birchwood, Birchwood?

Birchwood in Birchwood, TN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 78, which is 22% below the national average. Compared to the Birchwood average, crime in Birchwood is 0% lower. Birchwood is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Birchwood.

Is Birchwood a safe neighborhood in Birchwood?

Birchwood is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Birchwood, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 116), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 17). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Birchwood.

How does Birchwood compare to the rest of Birchwood?

Birchwood's overall crime index is 78, compared to the Birchwood average of 78. This means crime in Birchwood is 0% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 88, and for property crime it is 42. 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 Birchwood?

The most prevalent crime type in Birchwood is Robbery, with a crime index of 116 (16% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Birchwood?

Birchwood has a population of approximately 8,350. The median household income is $74,202. The median home value is $307,842. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Birchwood crime compare to the national average?

Birchwood's overall crime rate is 22% below the national average (index 78 vs 100). Within Birchwood, it is safer than 0% 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.