Olney Neighborhood, Olney
Last updated: June 10, 2026
Crime Rate & Statistics
Very safe neighborhood — well below-average crime rates
Safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Olney
Summary: Olney, Olney Crime Rate (2026)
Olney in Olney, MD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 45, which is 55% below the national average. Olney is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Olney.
Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: June 10, 2026.
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Is Olney Safe?
Yes — this neighborhood is very safe. Olney in Olney, MD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 45, which is 55% below the national average of 100. Olney is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Olney.
Compared to the Olney average (crime index 45), Olney is 0% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.
Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 130, 30% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 33). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this neighborhood.
Olney Crime Breakdown
Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Olney city average. Higher values mean more crime.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
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Murder
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52 | -48% | Low | |
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Assault
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47 | -53% | Low | |
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Robbery
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93 | -7% | Average | |
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Rape
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130 | +30% | Moderate | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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33 | -67% | Low | |
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Larceny / Theft
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69 | -31% | Low | |
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Vehicle Theft
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76 | -24% | Low | |
How Olney Compares
Crime index by category: Olney vs Olney average vs national average.
Crime by Category
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Olney Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Olney, Olney?
Olney in Olney, MD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 45, which is 55% below the national average. Compared to the Olney average, crime in Olney is 0% lower. Olney is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Olney.
Is Olney a safe neighborhood in Olney?
Olney is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Olney, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 130), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 33). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Olney.
How does Olney compare to the rest of Olney?
Olney's overall crime index is 45, compared to the Olney average of 45. This means crime in Olney is 0% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 81, and for property crime it is 59. 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 Olney?
The most prevalent crime type in Olney is Rape, with a crime index of 130 (30% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.
What are the demographics of Olney?
Olney has a population of approximately 34,437. The median household income is $159,532. The median home value is $633,124. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Olney crime compare to the national average?
Olney's overall crime rate is 55% below the national average (index 45 vs 100). Within Olney, 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 June 2026.