Fountain Heights Neighborhood, Birmingham

Crime Rate & Statistics

F+

Very high crime — well above the national average across categories

Safer than 10% of neighborhoods in Birmingham

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 190 / 300 High

Violent Crime 173

73% above national avg

Property Crime 165

65% above national avg

City Ranking

10%

safer than other

Birmingham neighborhoods

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Is Fountain Heights Safe?

No — this area has very high crime. Fountain Heights in Birmingham, AL has a safety grade of F+. The overall crime index is 190, which is 90% above the national average of 100. Fountain Heights is safer than 10% of neighborhoods in Birmingham.

Compared to the Birmingham average (crime index 140), Fountain Heights is 50% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 187, 87% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 131).

Highest Risk

Murder · Index 187 (87% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 131 (31% above avg)

Fountain Heights Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Birmingham	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	187	+87%	+59%	High
Assault	186	+86%	+45%	High
Robbery	131	+31%	+31%	Moderate
Rape	187	+87%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	135	+35%	+6%	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	175	+75%	+38%	High
Vehicle Theft	186	+86%	+48%	High

How Fountain Heights Compares

Crime index by category: Fountain Heights vs Birmingham average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Fountain Heights Crime Map

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Fountain Heights Demographics & Context

Population

2,787

Median Income

$28,902

Home Value

$61,119

Median Age

Pop. Density

2,361/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.5%

Graduate Degree 2.8%

Housing

17%

83%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 11.7%

Black 85.3%

Hispanic 2.3%

Asian 0.5%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Enon Ridge Index: 173

D-

Druid Hills Index: 159

D+

Smithfield Index: 194

Central City Index: 187

Evergreen Index: 182

F+

East Thomas Index: 166

D+

College Hills Index: 133

C-

Norwood Index: 147

Fountain Heights Crime Map

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Birmingham Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Fountain Heights, Birmingham?

Fountain Heights in Birmingham, AL has a crime safety grade of F+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 190, which is 90% above the national average. Compared to the Birmingham average, crime in Fountain Heights is 50% higher. Fountain Heights is safer than 10% of neighborhoods in Birmingham.

Is Fountain Heights a safe neighborhood in Birmingham?

Fountain Heights has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of F+. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Murder (index: 187), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 131).

How does Fountain Heights compare to the rest of Birmingham?

Fountain Heights's overall crime index is 190, compared to the Birmingham average of 140. This means crime in Fountain Heights is 50% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 173, and for property crime it is 165. 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 Fountain Heights?

The most prevalent crime type in Fountain Heights is Murder, with a crime index of 187 (87% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are safer neighborhoods near Fountain Heights?

Nearby neighborhoods include Enon Ridge, Druid Hills, Smithfield, Central City. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Fountain Heights?

Fountain Heights has a population of approximately 2,787. The median household income is $28,902. The median home value is $61,119. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Fountain Heights crime compare to the national average?

Fountain Heights's overall crime rate is 90% above the national average (index 190 vs 100). Within Birmingham, it is safer than 10% 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.