In the year 2024, Miami’s bright skyline hides a terrible truth. This study shows the 10 most dangerous areas, showing the high crime rates and other problems that most people don’t see. We look into the data and find the areas that need instant attention, from small thefts to serious crimes.
Our goal is to start discussions, bring about change, and make Miami better for everyone. Stay tuned, because we’re about to reveal the truth about the city’s shiny front.
1. Upper Eastside
Good job by the police in a time of high crime Upper Eastside is still a pretty dangerous place to live, with crime rates 230% higher than the national average. Of the 7,725 people who lived there in 2022, 6,245 crimes were recorded. The police reaction is good, but the difference between income and living costs makes things hard for residents.
2. North Miami
How Safe People Think the South End is The South End of North Miami is thought to be safer than the North End, which has a crime rate of 34.06 per 1,000 people. There were 62,158 people living in the area in 2022, and 3,944 crimes were recorded. There were 762 serious crimes and 1,382 property crimes.
3. Bayside Harbor
Tourist spot where you should be careful Bayside Harbor is a popular tourist spot because it has beautiful views and you can rent boats there. Pickpockets, on the other hand, make people be careful. There were 21,854 people living in the country in 2022, and 4,878 crimes were recorded. Of those, 667 were serious crimes.
4. Miami Gardens
Problems Even Though It Seemed Safe With a crime rate of 29.64 per 1,000 people, the northwest part of Miami Gardens is thought to be safer. In 2022, 3,557 crimes were recorded in a city with 112,514 people. There were 782 serious crimes and 2,775 property crimes.
5. Little Haiti
Rich Culture Amid Fears for Safety Little Haiti has a crime rate 132% higher than the national average, even though it is known for its rich culture and food. There were 33,229 people living in the area in 2022, and 4,500 crimes were recorded. There were 1,056 serious crimes and 3,444 property crimes.
6. Overtown:
A Neighborhood with History Troubled by Crime One of Miami’s oldest African American areas, Overtown, has a crime rate that is 145% higher than the national average. There is a lot of history in the area, but there is also a lot of violent crime and gun violence, which makes it hard to go for walks late at night. In 2022, 13,053 crimes were recorded in a town with only 9,640 people living there. This shows a huge difference between income and living costs.
7. Opa-Locka
Living in the suburbs and being afraid of crime Opa-Locka is home to 16,245 people and has a mix of urban and country neighborhoods. Even though the neighborhood seems like a good place for families, it had 8,096 crimes reported in 2022, including 1,957 dangerous crimes. Even though parks and open people are good things, crime is still a big problem for people who live there.
8. Downtown
Appeal to Cities High crime rates make it unsafe The crime rate in downtown Miami is 308% higher than the national average. This is despite the fact that the area’s lively nightlife often draws tourists. Seven,758 crimes were reported in 2022, when there were 30,065 people living there. The big difference between income and rental costs makes it hard for many people to live in this otherwise nice city.
9. Wynwood
Crimes That Aren’t Reported Cast Shadows Wynwood has a problem with crimes that aren’t recorded, which means the situation might be worse than official numbers show. Since there are 285% more crimes here than in the rest of the country, it’s not a good idea to go for walks in the evening. In 2022, there were 17,923 people living there, and 7,268 crimes were recorded.
10. Model City
Low income and a lot of risk Model City, which is also called Liberty City, has a typical family income of $9,601. It has a high crime rate, especially against women. There was a big difference between income and rental costs in 2020, when there were 25,223 people living in the area and 6,491 crimes were reported.
Conclusion
In 2024, there is a darker side to Miami’s beautiful city. This study shows the 10 most dangerous places, revealing shockingly high crime rates and secret problems. We look at the numbers to find answers to important problems, from the busy Upper Eastside to the famous Downtown. Our goal is to start discussions, bring about change, and make Miami a better place for everyone. Get ready as we reveal the hidden facts that lie beneath the city’s shiny surface.