Crime Safety Grade

B

Frederick, MD Crime Rate

Higher crime than 61% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 68+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Frederick Safe?

With an overall crime index of 120, Frederick has a 20% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 219. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Willow Brook earning an A+ grade while Frederick Heights rates C-.

Crime Index Comparison

Frederick
120
Maryland Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
120
20% above average
Violent Crime
114
14% above average
Property Crime
122
22% above average
Safe Areas
78%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Frederick

1 in 219

Property crime: 1 in 205

Where Is It Safe in Frederick?

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Frederick Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 42% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 7% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 109 ▲ 9%
Assault Violent 140 ▲ 40%
Robbery Violent 93 ▼ 7%
Burglary Property 106 ▲ 6%
Larceny / Theft Property 142 ▲ 42%
Vehicle Theft Property 120 ▲ 20%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Frederick Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Governor's Choice A+ 57
2 Willow Brook A+ 37
3 Hillcrest A+ 30
4 Northgate A+ 36
5 Riverside Corporate Park A+ 25
6 Baker Park A+ 61
7 Rosedale A 32
8 Dearbought A 25
9 Golf View A 28
10 West End Plaza A 28
11 Industrial Center East A 116
12 Hargett Farm A 14
13 Monarch Ridge A 14
14 Homewood at Crumland Farms A 104
15 Worman's Mill A 77
16 Villa Estates A 65
17 Barrick A 83
18 Millie's Delight A 83
19 Warfield A 70
20 Old Farm A 70
21 Tuscarora Knolls A 67
22 Tuscarora Creek A 94
23 Rocky Pointe A 28
24 Brooklawn Partnership A 186
25 Westbrook A 186
26 Fairfield A 186
27 Market Square A 114
28 Market Square Commercial A 114
29 Brigadoon A 129
30 Wyngate A 129
31 Catoctin Park A 129
32 Riverside Center A- 76
33 Odd Fellows A- 76
34 Fredericktowne Village A- 91
35 Amber Meadows A- 83
36 Birdseye View Estate A- 115
37 Bowers Park A- 115
38 North Amber Business Park A- 85
39 Frederick Research Park A- 85
40 Downtown Frederick A- 182
41 Schley B+ 151
42 Frederick Memorial Hospital B+ 151
43 Nicodemus B+ 152
44 Monocacy Village B+ 145
45 Worman's Mill Industrial Park B+ 199
46 Carrollton B+ 164
47 Mt. Olivet Heights B 178
48 Spring Valley B 195
49 Waterford B- 188
50 Rock Creek Estates B- 188
51 Fort Detrick B- 110
52 Field Pointe B- 182
53 Centergate B- 182
54 Tasker's Chance C+ 132
55 College Estates C+ 196
56 Heather Ridge C+ 198
57 Linden Hills C+ 148
58 East Frederick Commercial C+ 196
59 Frederick Airport Park C+ 196
60 Airport Industrial Park C+ 196
61 Ballenger Creek Center C 182
62 Waverley View C 160
63 Stonegate C 173
64 Waverly Gardens C- 167
65 Commons of Avalon C- 167
66 Golden Mile C- 177
67 Frederick Heights C- 171
68 Cramer Property D+ 191

Frederick Crime by Zip Code

21704
A Index: 43
21701
A Index: 110
21702
A- Index: 98
21703
A- Index: 101

Frederick Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
158,866
Median Income
$78,400
Home Value
$277,524
Median Rent
$1,378
Home Ownership
57%

Racial Demographics

White
65.3%
Black
17.6%
Hispanic
12.5%
Asian
7.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Frederick?
Frederick has an overall crime index of 120, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 78% of neighborhoods in Frederick are rated A or B for safety.
Is Frederick safe to live in?
Frederick has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Frederick?
The safest neighborhoods in Frederick based on crime data include Willow Brook, Hillcrest, Northgate, Governor's Choice, and Riverside Corporate Park. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Frederick crime compare to the national average?
Frederick's overall crime index is 120 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 20% higher than the typical US city.

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