21236 Zip Code, Nottingham

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Nottingham

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 82 / 300 High
Violent Crime 78
22% below national avg
Property Crime 95
5% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 21236 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 21236 in Nottingham, MD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 82, which is 18% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Nottingham.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 107, 7% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 68).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 107 (7% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 68 (32% below avg)

21236 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
92 -8% Average
Assault
68 -32% Low
Robbery
75 -25% Low
Rape
76 -24% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
89 -11% Average
Larceny / Theft
107 +7% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
90 -10% Average

21236 Crime Map

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21236 Demographics & Context

Population
37,966
Median Income
$97,654
Home Value
$321,255
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
4,586/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 25.2%
Graduate Degree 14.6%

Housing

68%
32%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 66.1%
Black 17.1%
Hispanic 4.3%
Asian 12%
21236 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 21236, Nottingham?

Zip code 21236 in Nottingham, MD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 82, which is 18% below the national average. Zip code 21236 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Nottingham.

Is Zip code 21236 a safe neighborhood in Nottingham?

Zip code 21236 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Nottingham, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 107), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 68). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Nottingham.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 21236?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 21236 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 107 (7% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 21236?

Zip code 21236 has a population of approximately 37,966. The median household income is $97,654. The median home value is $321,255. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 21236 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 21236's overall crime rate is 18% below the national average (index 82 vs 100). Within Nottingham, 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.