Crime Safety Grade

B

Parkville, MD Crime Rate

Lower crime than 76% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Parkville Safe?

With an overall crime index of 85, Parkville has a 15% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 223. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Taylor Heights earning an A- grade while North Harford Road rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Parkville
85
Maryland Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
85
15% below average
Violent Crime
112
12% above average
Property Crime
111
11% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Parkville

1 in 223

Property crime: 1 in 225

Where Is It Safe in Parkville?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
North Harford Road
A-
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Parkville Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 46% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 13% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 105 ▲ 5%
Assault Violent 87 ▼ 13%
Robbery Violent 146 ▲ 46%
Burglary Property 96 ▼ 4%
Larceny / Theft Property 132 ▲ 32%
Vehicle Theft Property 104 ▲ 4%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Parkville Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Taylor Heights A- 95
2 North Harford Road A- 74

Parkville Crime by Zip Code

21234
A- Index: 101

Parkville Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
30,459
Median Income
$68,608
Home Value
$205,676
Median Rent
$1,240
Home Ownership
62%

Racial Demographics

White
61%
Black
27.9%
Hispanic
4.7%
Asian
6.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Parkville?
Parkville has an overall crime index of 85, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Parkville are rated A or B for safety.
Is Parkville safe to live in?
Parkville 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 Parkville?
The safest neighborhoods in Parkville based on crime data include Taylor Heights, and North Harford Road. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Parkville crime compare to the national average?
Parkville's overall crime index is 85 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 15% lower than the typical US city.

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