Roseway/Madison South Safety Report
NEIGHBORHOOD • PORTLAND, ORSummary
Roseway/Madison South has a moderate overall safety rating, with somewhat elevated crime compared to 112 similar areas. The area has a median home value of $434K (-18.7% vs area average), median household income of $102K (-7.3% vs area average), population density of 5,846 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 97.85% (+4.1% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for Roseway/Madison South
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, Roseway/Madison South in Portland, OR receives a moderate overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are somewhat higher than what's typical for the city. This neighborhood was compared against 112 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 Portland, OR.
Walking Safety
This area has notably higher walking safety related crime rates than most neighborhoods in the region. This area ranks #94 out of 112 neighborhoods analyzed.
Stay alert when walking alone, particularly during late hours.
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Total Incidents
0.7
Monthly Average
#94 / 112
Safety Rank
Use Caution
Safety Level
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in Roseway/Madison South show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the late night hours, with the highest concentration at 21:00 (3 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the evening, particularly around 19:00 when incident rates drop to 0. Understanding these hourly crime patterns in Portland, OR can help residents and visitors make informed decisions about when to travel through the area.
Monthly Trend
Monthly crime data for Roseway/Madison South reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2025-08 with 2 incidents, while 2025-10 saw the lowest activity at 0 incidents. On average, this neighborhood in Portland experiences approximately 1 incidents per month. The data shows a increasing trend, with incident rates rising by approximately 67% over the analyzed period. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in OR neighborhoods like Roseway/Madison South tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in Roseway/Madison South is Weapon Offenses | Weapons Law Violations, accounting for 75% of all incidents (6 cases). This is followed by Drug Offenses | Drug/Narcotic Violations at 12.5% (1 cases). The top three categories combined represent 100% of all crime in this area. Understanding the specific types of crimes that occur most frequently in Portland, OR helps residents assess relevant safety concerns for their neighborhood.
Demographics & Housing
Population Density
5,846
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #64 of 112 neighborhoods
-11.2% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
97.8%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #4 of 112 neighborhoods
+4.1% vs area average
Median Home Value
$433,800
average estimate
Ranks #78 of 112 neighborhoods
-18.7% vs area average
Median Household Income
$101,845
average estimate
Ranks #57 of 112 neighborhoods
-7.3% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this neighborhood. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.