Kensington, MD has lower than average crime rates compared to the national averages. The violent crime rate in Kensington is 14.9, which is 8.8 points lower than the US average of 22.7. Additionally, Kensington property crime rate stands at 27.8, which is 7.6 points lower than the US average of 35.4. This indicates that Kensington is a relatively safe city when it comes to criminal activity, making it an attractive option for those who prioritize safety and security.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Kensington violent crime is 14.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Kensington property crime is 27.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Kensington, Maryland does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Chevy Chase Village, Maryland. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Chevy Chase Village, Maryland. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.