Barnum West Safety Report
NEIGHBORHOOD • DENVER, COSummary
Barnum West has a safe overall safety rating, with safety levels typical for the 77 areas analyzed. The area has a median home value of $297K (-39.7% vs area average), median household income of $81K (-19.0% vs area average), population density of 7,386 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 98.16% (+4.7% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for Barnum West
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, Barnum West in Denver, CO receives a safe overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are in line with what's typical for the city. This neighborhood was compared against 77 similar locations in the region. Each safety category below provides detailed crime statistics, temporal patterns, and comparative rankings to help you understand the specific safety profile of this neighborhood in Denver, CO.
Walking Safety
This area has walking safety related crime rates typical for neighborhoods in the region. This area ranks #48 out of 77 neighborhoods analyzed.
95
Total Incidents
7.9
Monthly Average
#48 / 77
Safety Rank
Safe
Safety Level
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in Barnum West show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the afternoon hours, with the highest concentration at 15:00 (12 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the afternoon, particularly around 13:00 when incident rates drop to 1. Understanding these hourly crime patterns in Denver, CO can help residents and visitors make informed decisions about when to travel through the area.
Monthly Trend
Monthly crime data for Barnum West reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2025-10 with 12 incidents, while 2025-07 saw the lowest activity at 3 incidents. On average, this neighborhood in Denver experiences approximately 8 incidents per month. The data shows a decreasing trend, with incident rates declining by approximately 6% over the analyzed period. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in CO neighborhoods like Barnum West tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in Barnum West is Misc | Unlawful Discharge Of A Weapon, accounting for 33.7% of all incidents (32 cases). This is followed by Drug Offenses | Other Dangerous Drugs - Pcs at 13.7% (13 cases). The top three categories combined represent 58% of all crime in this area. Understanding the specific types of crimes that occur most frequently in Denver, CO helps residents assess relevant safety concerns for their neighborhood.
Demographics & Housing
Population Density
7,386
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #32 of 77 neighborhoods
-2.3% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
98.2%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #5 of 77 neighborhoods
+4.7% vs area average
Median Home Value
$297,100
average estimate
Ranks #68 of 77 neighborhoods
-39.7% vs area average
Median Household Income
$80,592
average estimate
Ranks #51 of 76 neighborhoods
-19.0% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this neighborhood. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.