Crime Safety Grade

F

Birmingham, AL Crime Rate

Higher crime than 82% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 105+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Birmingham Safe?

With an overall crime index of 140, Birmingham has a 40% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 203. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Hollywood earning an A+ grade while North Titusville rates F.

Crime Index Comparison

Birmingham
140
Alabama Avg
110
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
140
40% above average
Violent Crime
123
23% above average
Property Crime
135
35% above average
Safe Areas
46%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Birmingham

1 in 203

Property crime: 1 in 185

Where Is It Safe in Birmingham?

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Birmingham Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 41% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 0% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 128 ▲ 28%
Assault Violent 141 ▲ 41%
Robbery Violent 100 ▼ 0%
Burglary Property 129 ▲ 29%
Larceny / Theft Property 137 ▲ 37%
Vehicle Theft Property 138 ▲ 38%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Birmingham Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Hollywood A+ 27
2 Samford University A 53
3 Edgewood A 47
4 Mayfair A 64
5 Redmont Park A 130
6 Liberty Highlands A 66
7 West Homewood A- 63
8 Crestline A- 96
9 Echo Highlands A- 66
10 Oak Ridge A- 115
11 Maple Grove A- 63
12 Penfield Park A- 61
13 Highland Park A- 175
14 Crestwood South B+ 102
15 Downtown Homewood B+ 110
16 Spring Lake B+ 82
17 Bridlewood B+ 78
18 Zion City B+ 93
19 Oxmoor B+ 110
20 Fairmont B+ 116
21 Hooper City B+ 99
22 Huffman B 89
23 Forest Park B 142
24 Roebuck B 119
25 Crestwood North B 141
26 Killough Springs B 104
27 Sandusky B 93
28 Pine Knoll Vista B 124
29 Brummitt Heights B 124
30 Smithfield Estates B 90
31 Inglenook B 123
32 Bush Hills B 121
33 Green Acres B 126
34 Belview Heights B 83
35 Fairview B 126
36 Roebuck Springs B 106
37 Hillman B 142
38 Riley B 123
39 Jones Valley B 110
40 Grasselli Heights B 131
41 Woodland Park B 111
42 West Brownville B- 134
43 Gate City B- 105
44 Grove Park B- 152
45 Central Pratt B- 147
46 Germania Park B- 140
47 Five Points South B- 180
48 Eastwood B- 129
49 Sun Valley C+ 127
50 South East Lake C+ 131
51 Sherman Heights C+ 149
52 Wylam C+ 154
53 Mason City C+ 139
54 East Avondale C 163
55 West End Manor C 140
56 Rosedale C 155
57 Woodlawn C 163
58 East Lake C 145
59 Norwood C 147
60 North Pratt C 141
61 Central Park C 152
62 Ensley Highlands C 153
63 Ensley C- 162
64 Oakwood Place C- 151
65 Glen Iris C- 162
66 College Hills C- 133
67 North East Lake C- 167
68 Apple Valley C- 147
69 Brown Springs C- 154
70 Thomas C- 162
71 Druid Hills D+ 159
72 Tarpley City D+ 157
73 Powderly D+ 161
74 Southside D+ 186
75 Wahouma D+ 182
76 East Thomas D+ 166
77 Brownsville Heights D+ 162
78 Acipco / Finley D 167
79 North Birmingham D 168
80 East Brownsville D 166
81 Oak Ridge Park D 174
82 Rising / West Princeton D 168
83 Airport Highlands D 172
84 Central City D 187
85 East Birmingham D- 182
86 Arlington / West End D- 176
87 Enon Ridge D- 173
88 South Titusville D- 173
89 Hillman Park D- 169
90 North Avondale D- 176
91 Harriman Park D- 189
92 Kingston F+ 185
93 Evergreen F+ 182
94 Tuxedo F+ 188
95 Fountain Heights F+ 190
96 South Pratt F+ 186
97 Collegeville F+ 189
98 South Woodlawn F+ 190
99 Roosevelt F 184
100 West Goldwire F 182
101 Graymont F 191
102 Smithfield F 194
103 Garden Highlands F 183
104 Industrial Center F 183
105 North Titusville F 193

Birmingham Crime by Zip Code

35223
A+ Index: 29
35243
A+ Index: 42
35226
A+ Index: 30
35213
A+ Index: 47
35242
A Index: 60
35229
A Index: 48
35244
A Index: 46
35216
A Index: 63
35210
A- Index: 82
35209
A- Index: 100
35235
A- Index: 54
35217
B+ Index: 123
35215
B Index: 98
35222
B Index: 143
35214
B Index: 91
35224
B Index: 138
35228
B- Index: 119
35221
B- Index: 129
35218
B- Index: 152
35206
C+ Index: 137
35205
C+ Index: 174
35208
C+ Index: 123
35212
C+ Index: 153
35233
C Index: 179
35211
C Index: 151
35207
C Index: 149
35234
C- Index: 162
35203
D- Index: 189
35204
D- Index: 178

Birmingham Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
753,721
Median Income
$38,832
Home Value
$104,853
Median Rent
$870
Home Ownership
46%

Racial Demographics

White
46.4%
Black
45.8%
Hispanic
4.6%
Asian
2.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Birmingham?
Birmingham has an overall crime index of 140, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 46% of neighborhoods in Birmingham are rated A or B for safety.
Is Birmingham safe to live in?
Birmingham has a crime safety grade of F. Very high crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Birmingham?
The safest neighborhoods in Birmingham based on crime data include Hollywood, Samford University, Edgewood, Mayfair, and Redmont Park. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Birmingham crime compare to the national average?
Birmingham's overall crime index is 140 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 40% higher than the typical US city.

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