15865 Zip Code, Sykesville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sykesville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 166 / 300 High

Violent Crime 169

69% above national avg

Property Crime 156

56% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 15865 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 15865 in Sykesville, PA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 166, which is 66% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sykesville.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 178, 78% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 148).

Highest Risk

Robbery · Index 178 (78% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 148 (48% above avg)

15865 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Sykesville	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	177	+77%	N/A	High
Assault	155	+55%	N/A	High
Robbery	178	+78%	N/A	High
Rape	167	+67%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	159	+59%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	148	+48%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	162	+62%	N/A	High

15865 Crime Map

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15865 Demographics & Context

Population

1,166

Median Income

$44,177

Home Value

$73,279

Median Age

Pop. Density

488/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.6%

Graduate Degree 6.6%

Housing

62%

38%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.8%

Black 0.5%

Hispanic 0.8%

Asian 0.2%

15865 Crime Map

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Sykesville Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 15865, Sykesville?

Zip code 15865 in Sykesville, PA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 166, which is 66% above the national average. Zip code 15865 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sykesville.

Is Zip code 15865 a safe neighborhood in Sykesville?

Zip code 15865 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sykesville, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 178), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 148). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sykesville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 15865?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 15865 is Robbery, with a crime index of 178 (78% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 15865?

Zip code 15865 has a population of approximately 1,166. The median household income is $44,177. The median home value is $73,279. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 15865 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 15865's overall crime rate is 66% above the national average (index 166 vs 100). Within Sykesville, 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.