<p>I notice that although MIT appears, neither Hopkins nor Harvard appear on lists of the most dangerous college campuses. As well, Harvard’s campus is much more integrated with the city of Cambridge. Hopkins’ campus is a suburban oasis surrounded by the city.</p>
<p>But you have merely reiterated what I said, which is that Hopkins’ CAMPUS is safe. Hopkins’ campus security is second to none. I wish Baltimore city would contract out law enforcement in the rest of the city to Hopkins’ security. Baltimore is not a safe city. Law enforcement in Baltimore city has been troubled; there are many criminals, many of them associated with drugs. </p>
<p>And that really was the gist of the question - Is Hopkins in a bad area. NOT, is Hopkins a bad area, itself?</p>
<p>And the answer is, yes, undoubtedly, Hopkins is in a bad area. Baltimore is more dangerous than most cities. As others have pointed out, if one sticks close to campus, one’s safety is enhanced. If one wanders not too many blocks away in the wrong direction, it isn’t as safe as wandering through much of Cambridge, MA.</p>