Bladensburg, MD Crime Rates: Stats & Map

109%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

88%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

113%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Bladensburg_{/100k people}	Maryland_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	446	n/a (estimate)	4,771	2,497	2,281
Murder	1	n/a	10.7	8.3	5.7
Rape	1	n/a	10.7	31.9	38.0
Robbery	18	n/a	192.6	130.7	66.5
Assault	44	n/a	470.7	255.2	264.1
Violent crime	64	n/a (estimate)	685	426	364
Burglary	12	n/a	128.4	185.9	250.7
Theft	228	n/a	2,439.0	1,337.8	1,347.2
Vehicle theft	142	n/a	1,519.0	547.4	318.7
Property crime	382	n/a (estimate)	4,086	2,071	1,917

Bladensburg crime map

The Bladensburg crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Bladensburg as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Bladensburg crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Bladensburg crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Bladensburg crime rates are 109% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Bladensburg are 88% higher than the national average
In Bladensburg you have a 1 in 21 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Bladensburg is safer than 20% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Bladensburg has increased by 23%

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Daily Crime In Bladensburg (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Bladensburg, per 100,000 residents. In Bladensburg, the total number of daily crimes is 1.91 times more than the Maryland average and 2.09 times more than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Bladensburg are 1.61 times more than the Maryland average and 1.88 times more than the national average. For property crime, Bladensburg has a daily crime rate that is 1.97 times more than the Maryland average and 2.13 times more than the daily national average.

How Safe is Bladensburg (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in Bladensburg, Maryland compared to other areas of Maryland, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Bladensburg safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Bladensburg is safer than 18% of Maryland cities, and 20% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Maryland, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Bladensburg. At this time, Bladensburg sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Bladensburg

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Bladensburg is 1 in 147

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Bladensburg is 1 in 25

The chance of being a victim of crime in Bladensburg is 1 in 21

Wondering what the chances are that you fall victim to a crime in Bladensburg? In Bladensburg, MD you have a 1 in 147 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 25 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and motor vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 21 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Bladensburg.

Year Over Year Crime In Bladensburg (per 100,000 people)

The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Bladensburg is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Bladensburg has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have increased by 10% in Bladensburg, while property crimes in Bladensburg have increased by 26%. Total crime has increased by 23% year over year.

Bladensburg police department

Item	Bladensburg	Maryland	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	24	5,343	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.6	3.3	3.3

There are a total of 24 Bladensburg police officers. This results in 2.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 22.8% less than the Maryland average and 20.8% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Maryland

State	Total offenders	Maryland_/100K	National_/100K
Maryland	7,370	135	266

There are a total of 7,370 sex offenders in Maryland. This yields a total of 135 sex offenders in Maryland per 100,000 residents which is 49% less than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Martin's Additions, MD	1,089	60	291	350
Chevy Chase View, MD	1,151	60	291	350
Derwood, MD	1,644	60	291	350
Chevy Chase town, MD	2,948	67	325	392
Chevy Chase, MD	2,979	67	325	392
Cabin John, MD	2,276	67	325	392
Kensington, MD	2,212	67	325	392
Bladensburg, MD	9,428	685	4,086	4,771

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Bloomingdale, TN	9,428	625	2,350	2,975
Brownfield, TX	9,431	394	1,519	1,913
Lowell, AR	9,433	206	789	994
Powdersville, SC	9,436	258	1,201	1,459
Pryor Creek, OK	9,417	426	3,085	3,511
Bladensburg, MD	9,428	685	4,086	4,771

Source: The Bladensburg, MD crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.