Is Columbus or Streetsboro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Streetsboro is safer than Columbus (Safety Score 47/100 vs 18/100), with a total crime rate of 1,788 per 100,000 versus 3,088 for Columbus — 42% lower. Columbus has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Streetsboro has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Columbus is 51.0x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Columbus — 5-Year Trend
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Streetsboro — 5-Year Trend
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Columbus, OH
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Columbus | Streetsboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,088.3 | 1,787.6 | +1,300.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 435.0 | 100.2 | +334.7 |
| Murder Rate | 12.2 | 0.0 | +12.2 |
| Rape Rate | 124.2 | 5.6 | +118.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 87.7 | 16.7 | +71.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 210.7 | 78.0 | +132.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,653.4 | 1,687.4 | +966.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 404.5 | 44.6 | +360.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,706.1 | 1,603.8 | +102.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 542.8 | 39.0 | +503.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Columbus or Streetsboro safer?
Streetsboro is safer with a total crime rate of 1,788 per 100K vs 3,088 for Columbus — a 42% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Columbus has a violent crime rate of 435.0 per 100K while Streetsboro has 100.2. Streetsboro has lower violent crime.
About Columbus, OH
Columbus, Ohio, the state capital, sits at the confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers. Home to The Ohio State University, it's a diverse city with a growing population of over 900,000 residents. With a safety score of 18/100 and a population coverage of 915,447, Columbus has a total crime rate of 3,088.3 per 100,000 residents.
About Streetsboro, OH
Streetsboro, a city in Portage County, Ohio, was founded by Stephen Street in 1822. Located between Cleveland and Akron, it has grown from a rural farming community to a suburban area, attracting residents due to its proximity to larger cities. With a safety score of 47/100 and a population coverage of 17,957, Streetsboro has a total crime rate of 1,787.6 per 100,000 residents.