Piety Hill Neighborhood, Detroit

Crime Rate & Statistics

C-

Below-average safety — crime is somewhat above average

Safer than 37% of neighborhoods in Detroit

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 163 / 300 High
Violent Crime 133
33% above national avg
Property Crime 135
35% above national avg
City Ranking
37%
safer than other
Detroit neighborhoods

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Is Piety Hill Safe?

Not really — crime is above the national average. Piety Hill in Detroit, MI has a safety grade of C-. The overall crime index is 163, which is 63% above the national average of 100. Piety Hill is safer than 37% of neighborhoods in Detroit.

Compared to the Detroit average (crime index 141), Piety Hill is 22% higher in overall crime.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 173, 73% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 103).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 173 (73% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 103 (3% above avg)

Piety Hill Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
125 +25% Moderate
Assault
173 +73% High
Robbery
103 +3% Moderate
Rape
129 +29% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
155 +55% High
Larceny / Theft
116 +16% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
133 +33% Moderate

How Piety Hill Compares

Crime index by category: Piety Hill vs Detroit average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Piety Hill Crime Map

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

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Piety Hill Demographics & Context

Population
1,950
Median Income
$33,012
Home Value
$229,711
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
6,932/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 20%
Graduate Degree 4.9%

Housing

28%
72%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 4.8%
Black 90.4%
Hispanic 1.1%
Asian 0.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Piety Hill, Detroit?

Piety Hill in Detroit, MI has a crime safety grade of C- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 163, which is 63% above the national average. Compared to the Detroit average, crime in Piety Hill is 22% higher. Piety Hill is safer than 37% of neighborhoods in Detroit.

Is Piety Hill a safe neighborhood in Detroit?

Piety Hill has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C-. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Assault (index: 173), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 103).

How does Piety Hill compare to the rest of Detroit?

Piety Hill's overall crime index is 163, compared to the Detroit average of 141. This means crime in Piety Hill is 22% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 133, and for property crime it is 135. 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 Piety Hill?

The most prevalent crime type in Piety Hill is Assault, with a crime index of 173 (73% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are safer neighborhoods near Piety Hill?

Nearby neighborhoods include Virginia Park, Herman Kiefer, New Center Commons, West Virginia Park. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Piety Hill?

Piety Hill has a population of approximately 1,950. The median household income is $33,012. The median home value is $229,711. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Piety Hill crime compare to the national average?

Piety Hill's overall crime rate is 63% above the national average (index 163 vs 100). Within Detroit, it is safer than 37% 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.