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Is Allentown or Shaler Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Shaler Township is safer than Allentown (Safety Score 89/100 vs 46/100), with a total crime rate of 604 per 100,000 versus 1,841 for Allentown — 67% lower. Allentown has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Shaler Township has a 93% lower rate.
Note: Allentown is 4.6x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Allentown, PA?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Allentown | Shaler Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,841.1 | 604.5 | +1,236.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 272.1 | 48.5 | +223.6 |
| Murder Rate | 3.2 | 3.7 | -0.5 |
| Rape Rate | 26.5 | 11.2 | +15.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 57.0 | 3.7 | +53.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 185.4 | 29.9 | +155.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,569.0 | 556.0 | +1,013.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 121.2 | 56.0 | +65.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,252.0 | 485.1 | +767.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 195.8 | 14.9 | +180.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Allentown, PA to Shaler Township, PA?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Allentown or Shaler Township safer?
Shaler Township is safer with a total crime rate of 604 per 100K vs 1,841 for Allentown — a 67% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Allentown has a violent crime rate of 272.1 per 100K while Shaler Township has 48.5. Shaler Township 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 46/100 and a population coverage of 124,599, Allentown has a total crime rate of 1,841.1 per 100,000 residents.
About Shaler Township, PA
Shaler Township, a northern suburb of Pittsburgh, spans the hills along Pine Creek. It was once a prominent agricultural area, now a diverse residential community with a population around 28,000. With a safety score of 89/100 and a population coverage of 26,801, Shaler Township has a total crime rate of 604.5 per 100,000 residents.