Is Allentown or Beaver Falls Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Beaver Falls is safer than Allentown (Safety Score 62/100 vs 45/100), with a total crime rate of 1,317 per 100,000 versus 1,841 for Allentown — 28% lower. Allentown has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Allentown has a 91% lower rate.
Note: Allentown is 10.7x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Allentown | Beaver Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,841.1 | 1,316.7 | +524.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 272.1 | 196.7 | +75.4 |
| Murder Rate | 3.2 | 34.2 | -31.0 |
| Rape Rate | 26.5 | 8.6 | +17.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 57.0 | 34.2 | +22.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 185.4 | 119.7 | +65.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,569.0 | 1,120.0 | +449.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 121.2 | 68.4 | +52.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,252.0 | 957.6 | +294.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 195.8 | 94.1 | +101.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Allentown or Beaver Falls safer?
Beaver Falls is safer with a total crime rate of 1,317 per 100K vs 1,841 for Allentown — a 28% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Allentown has a violent crime rate of 272.1 per 100K while Beaver Falls has 196.7. Beaver Falls has lower violent crime.
About Allentown, PA
Allentown, a former industrial hub in eastern Pennsylvania, is the third-largest city in the state. Home to Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom, it sits along the Lehigh River with a diverse population. With a safety score of 45/100 and a population coverage of 124,599, Allentown has a total crime rate of 1,841.1 per 100,000 residents.
About Beaver Falls, PA
Beaver Falls, a city in Beaver County, sits along the Beaver River. Once a bustling industrial hub and home to Geneva College, its population has declined from its peak. With a safety score of 62/100 and a population coverage of 11,696, Beaver Falls has a total crime rate of 1,316.7 per 100,000 residents.