21824 Zip Code, Ewell

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ewell

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 178 / 300 High
Violent Crime 99
1% below national avg
Property Crime 57
43% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 21824 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 21824 in Ewell, MD has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 178, which is 78% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ewell.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 167, 67% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 13). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 167 (67% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 13 (87% below avg)

21824 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
127 +27% Moderate
Assault
167 +67% High
Robbery
39 -61% Low
Rape
62 -38% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
129 +29% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
28 -72% Low
Vehicle Theft
13 -87% Low

21824 Crime Map

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21824 Demographics & Context

Population
112
Median Income
$44,624
Home Value
$90,228
Median Age
58
Pop. Density
9/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5%
Graduate Degree 9.1%

Housing

89%
11%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.5%
Black 4.9%
Hispanic 0%
Asian 0.6%
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Ewell Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 21824, Ewell?

Zip code 21824 in Ewell, MD has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 178, which is 78% above the national average. Zip code 21824 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ewell.

Is Zip code 21824 a safe neighborhood in Ewell?

Zip code 21824 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ewell, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 167), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 13). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ewell.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 21824?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 21824 is Assault, with a crime index of 167 (67% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 21824?

Zip code 21824 has a population of approximately 112. The median household income is $44,624. The median home value is $90,228. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 21824 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 21824's overall crime rate is 78% above the national average (index 178 vs 100). Within Ewell, 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.