Is Denison or Prescott Valley Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Prescott Valley is safer than Denison (Safety Score 74/100 vs 74/100), with a total crime rate of 996 per 100,000 versus 1,008 for Denison — 1% lower. Denison has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Prescott Valley has a 65% lower rate.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Denison | Prescott Valley | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,008.3 | 995.8 | +12.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 192.8 | 226.9 | -34.2 |
| Murder Rate | 11.1 | 3.9 | +7.2 |
| Rape Rate | 37.1 | 45.0 | -7.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 14.8 | 5.9 | +9.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 111.2 | 170.2 | -59.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 815.5 | 768.8 | +46.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 177.9 | 45.0 | +132.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 444.8 | 667.1 | -222.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 192.8 | 56.7 | +136.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Denison or Prescott Valley safer?
Prescott Valley is safer with a total crime rate of 996 per 100K vs 1,008 for Denison — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Denison has a violent crime rate of 192.8 per 100K while Prescott Valley has 226.9. Denison has lower violent crime.
About Denison, TX
Denison, Texas, a historic railroad town, sits in Grayson County near Lake Texoma. This North Texas community, birthplace of President Dwight D. Eisenhower, has a population of over 17,000. With a safety score of 74/100 and a population coverage of 26,977, Denison has a total crime rate of 1,008.3 per 100,000 residents.
About Prescott Valley, AZ
Prescott Valley, Arizona, a rapidly growing town north of Prescott, sits in the Bradshaw Mountains' foothills. Established in 1961 as a master-planned community, it's now home to a diverse population, many commuting to nearby cities. With a safety score of 74/100 and a population coverage of 51,116, Prescott Valley has a total crime rate of 995.8 per 100,000 residents.