Crime Safety Grade

C

Silver Spring, MD Crime Rate

Lower crime than 70% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 14+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Silver Spring Safe?

With an overall crime index of 92, Silver Spring has a 8% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 287. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Layhill earning an A grade while Hillandale rates B-.

Crime Index Comparison

Silver Spring
92
Maryland Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
92
8% below average
Violent Crime
87
13% below average
Property Crime
85
15% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Silver Spring

1 in 287

Property crime: 1 in 294

Where Is It Safe in Silver Spring?

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Silver Spring Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 3% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 30% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 84 ▼ 16%
Assault Violent 94 ▼ 6%
Robbery Violent 84 ▼ 16%
Burglary Property 70 ▼ 30%
Larceny / Theft Property 97 ▼ 3%
Vehicle Theft Property 89 ▼ 11%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Silver Spring Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Layhill A 52
2 Four Corners A 45
3 Cloverly A- 40
4 Kemp Mill A- 93
5 Colesville A- 54
6 Glenmont B+ 83
7 Calverton B+ 75
8 Forest Glen B+ 90
9 Leisure World B+ 167
10 Wheaton B+ 109
11 Fairland B 112
12 White Oak B 121
13 Silver Spring B- 130
14 Hillandale B- 120

Silver Spring Crime by Zip Code

20905
A- Index: 41
20901
B+ Index: 90
20902
B+ Index: 106
20906
B+ Index: 114
20904
B Index: 93
20903
B Index: 114
20910
B Index: 145

Silver Spring Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
81,069
Median Income
$88,274
Home Value
$525,847
Median Rent
$1,682
Home Ownership
37%

Racial Demographics

White
35.6%
Black
31.4%
Hispanic
26.9%
Asian
12.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Silver Spring?
Silver Spring has an overall crime index of 92, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Silver Spring are rated A or B for safety.
Is Silver Spring safe to live in?
Silver Spring has a crime safety grade of C. Higher than average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Silver Spring?
The safest neighborhoods in Silver Spring based on crime data include Layhill, Four Corners, Cloverly, Kemp Mill, and Colesville. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Silver Spring crime compare to the national average?
Silver Spring's overall crime index is 92 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 8% lower than the typical US city.

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