Is Easttown Township or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Easttown Township is safer than Houston (Safety Score 92/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 506 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 91% lower. Easttown Township has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Easttown Township has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 209.4x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Easttown Township — 5-Year Trend
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Houston — 5-Year Trend
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Easttown Township, PA
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Easttown Township | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 505.6 | 5,441.7 | -4,936.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 81.3 | 1,148.3 | -1,067.0 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 13.8 | -13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 0.0 | 73.0 | -73.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 18.1 | 274.0 | -256.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 63.2 | 787.4 | -724.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 424.3 | 4,293.5 | -3,869.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 9.0 | 644.8 | -635.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 406.3 | 2,945.7 | -2,539.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 9.0 | 703.0 | -694.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Easttown Township or Houston safer?
Easttown Township is safer with a total crime rate of 506 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 91% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Easttown Township has a violent crime rate of 81.3 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Easttown Township has lower violent crime.
About Easttown Township, PA
Easttown Township, a historic area in Chester County, is a affluent Philadelphia suburb known for its spacious residential properties and excellent schools. It was once home to General Anthony Wayne. The township's picturesque landscapes are characterized by rolling hills and mature trees. With a safety score of 92/100 and a population coverage of 11,076, Easttown Township has a total crime rate of 505.6 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.