Linwood Homeowners Neighborhood, Kansas City

Crime Rate & Statistics

D+

Elevated crime — noticeably above the national average

Safer than 12% of neighborhoods in Kansas City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 176 / 300 High

Violent Crime 140

40% above national avg

Property Crime 145

45% above national avg

City Ranking

12%

safer than other

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Is Linwood Homeowners Safe?

No — crime is noticeably above average here. Linwood Homeowners in Kansas City, MO has a safety grade of D+. The overall crime index is 176, which is 76% above the national average of 100. Linwood Homeowners is safer than 12% of neighborhoods in Kansas City.

Compared to the Kansas City average (crime index 126), Linwood Homeowners is 50% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 172, 72% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 112).

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 172 (72% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 112 (12% above avg)

Linwood Homeowners Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Kansas City	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	134	+34%	+10%	Moderate
Assault	172	+72%	+43%	High
Robbery	112	+12%	+3%	Moderate
Rape	143	+43%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	134	+34%	+15%	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	141	+41%	+8%	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	160	+60%	+28%	High

How Linwood Homeowners Compares

Crime index by category: Linwood Homeowners vs Kansas City average vs national average.

Crime by Category

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Linwood Homeowners Crime Map

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Linwood Homeowners Demographics & Context

Population

1,606

Median Income

$20,839

Home Value

$183,667

Median Age

Pop. Density

5,791/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.3%

Graduate Degree 0.1%

Housing

39%

61%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 6.6%

Black 86.8%

Hispanic 4.5%

Asian 0.3%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Squier Park Index: 185

Center City Index: 193

D-

Ivanhoe Northeast Index: 185

Key Coalition Index: 187

D-

Mount Hope Index: 192

Hyde Park Index: 180

C+

Oak Park Northwest Index: 169

Ivanhoe Southwest Index: 167

C-

Linwood Homeowners Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Linwood Homeowners, Kansas City?

Linwood Homeowners in Kansas City, MO has a crime safety grade of D+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 176, which is 76% above the national average. Compared to the Kansas City average, crime in Linwood Homeowners is 50% higher. Linwood Homeowners is safer than 12% of neighborhoods in Kansas City.

Is Linwood Homeowners a safe neighborhood in Kansas City?

Linwood Homeowners has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D+. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Assault (index: 172), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 112).

How does Linwood Homeowners compare to the rest of Kansas City?

Linwood Homeowners's overall crime index is 176, compared to the Kansas City average of 126. This means crime in Linwood Homeowners is 50% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 140, and for property crime it is 145. 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 Linwood Homeowners?

The most prevalent crime type in Linwood Homeowners is Assault, with a crime index of 172 (72% 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 Linwood Homeowners?

Nearby neighborhoods include Squier Park, Center City, Ivanhoe Northeast, Key Coalition. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Linwood Homeowners?

Linwood Homeowners has a population of approximately 1,606. The median household income is $20,839. The median home value is $183,667. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Linwood Homeowners crime compare to the national average?

Linwood Homeowners's overall crime rate is 76% above the national average (index 176 vs 100). Within Kansas City, it is safer than 12% 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.