Is Belchertown or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Belchertown is safer than Houston (Safety Score 84/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 730 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 87% lower. Belchertown has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Belchertown has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 151.2x 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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Belchertown, MA
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Belchertown | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 730.2 | 5,441.7 | -4,711.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 208.6 | 1,148.3 | -939.6 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 13.8 | -13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 19.6 | 73.0 | -53.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 19.6 | 274.0 | -254.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 169.5 | 787.4 | -617.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 521.6 | 4,293.5 | -3,771.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 65.2 | 644.8 | -579.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 378.1 | 2,945.7 | -2,567.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 78.2 | 703.0 | -624.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Belchertown or Houston safer?
Belchertown is safer with a total crime rate of 730 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 87% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Belchertown has a violent crime rate of 208.6 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Belchertown has lower violent crime.
About Belchertown, MA
Belchertown, a Hampden County town, features the historic Quabbin Reservoir, once the site of four disincorporated towns. Its landscape is characterized by rolling hills and residential areas. With a safety score of 84/100 and a population coverage of 15,339, Belchertown has a total crime rate of 730.2 per 100,000 residents.
About Houston, TX
Houston, the "Space City," is a sprawling metropolis in Southeast Texas, home to NASA's Johnson Space Center. Its diverse population makes it one of the most multicultural cities in the U.S., with significant Hispanic and Asian communities. With a safety score of 3/100 and a population coverage of 2,319,160, Houston has a total crime rate of 5,441.7 per 100,000 residents.