Forest Heights, MD Crime


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Forest Heights, MD has seen a decrease in overall crime rates in recent years, with a violent crime rate of 16.1, well below the national average of 22.7. This is encouraging news for the community given the high level of concern about violent crimes in the area. However, property crime in Forest Heights still remains a concern with a rate of 31.2, slightly lower than the national average of 35.4. This context highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement and community organizations to address and prevent crime in Forest Heights, and the progress that has been made thus far. While there is still work to be done, the community can take comfort in the fact that their efforts are making a positive impact in keeping their neighborhood safe.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Forest Heights violent crime is 16.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Forest Heights property crime is 31.2. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Forest Heights, MD Crime History
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Year Violent Murder Rape Robbery Assault Property Burglary Larceny Auto
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