20689 Zip Code, Sunderland

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sunderland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 36 / 300 High
Violent Crime 73
27% below national avg
Property Crime 53
47% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Sunderland zip codes

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Is 20689 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 20689 in Sunderland, MD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 36, which is 64% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sunderland.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 107, 7% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 30).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 107 (7% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 30 (70% below avg)

20689 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
48 -52% Low
Assault
41 -59% Low
Robbery
95 -5% Average
Rape
107 +7% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
30 -70% Low
Larceny / Theft
67 -33% Low
Vehicle Theft
61 -39% Low

20689 Crime Map

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20689 Demographics & Context

Population
2,956
Median Income
$144,800
Home Value
$516,758
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
377/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 20%
Graduate Degree 10.6%

Housing

89%
11%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 78.3%
Black 15.2%
Hispanic 2.9%
Asian 1.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 20689, Sunderland?

Zip code 20689 in Sunderland, MD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 36, which is 64% below the national average. Zip code 20689 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sunderland.

Is Zip code 20689 a safe neighborhood in Sunderland?

Zip code 20689 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sunderland, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 107), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 30). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sunderland.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 20689?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 20689 is Rape, with a crime index of 107 (7% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 20689?

Zip code 20689 has a population of approximately 2,956. The median household income is $144,800. The median home value is $516,758. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 20689 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 20689's overall crime rate is 64% below the national average (index 36 vs 100). Within Sunderland, 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.