21227 Zip Code, Halethorpe

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Halethorpe

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 120 / 300 High
Violent Crime 118
18% above national avg
Property Crime 114
14% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 21227 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 21227 in Halethorpe, MD has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Halethorpe.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 128, 28% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 98).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 128 (28% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 98 (2% below avg)

21227 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
127 +27% Moderate
Assault
98 -2% Average
Robbery
121 +21% Moderate
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
100 0% Average
Larceny / Theft
128 +28% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
114 +14% Moderate

21227 Crime Map

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21227 Demographics & Context

Population
34,861
Median Income
$82,755
Home Value
$272,136
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
3,140/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.9%
Graduate Degree 7.4%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 67.7%
Black 18.8%
Hispanic 8.6%
Asian 5.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 21227, Halethorpe?

Zip code 21227 in Halethorpe, MD has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. Zip code 21227 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Halethorpe.

Is Zip code 21227 a safe neighborhood in Halethorpe?

Zip code 21227 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Halethorpe, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 128), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 98). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Halethorpe.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 21227?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 21227 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 128 (28% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 21227?

Zip code 21227 has a population of approximately 34,861. The median household income is $82,755. The median home value is $272,136. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 21227 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 21227's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Halethorpe, 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.