Is Englewood or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Houston is safer than Englewood (Safety Score 3/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 5,442 per 100,000 versus 5,908 for Englewood — 8% lower. Englewood has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Englewood has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 67.2x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Englewood | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,907.9 | 5,441.7 | +466.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 655.2 | 1,148.3 | -493.1 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 13.8 | -13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 116.0 | 73.0 | +43.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 113.1 | 274.0 | -161.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 426.1 | 787.4 | -361.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 5,252.8 | 4,293.5 | +959.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 675.4 | 644.8 | +30.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,301.8 | 2,945.7 | +356.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 1,275.5 | 703.0 | +572.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Englewood or Houston safer?
Houston is safer with a total crime rate of 5,442 per 100K vs 5,908 for Englewood — a 8% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Englewood has a violent crime rate of 655.2 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Englewood has lower violent crime.
About Englewood, CO
Englewood, a Denver suburb, grew significantly after the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad arrived. It's a landlocked municipality in Arapahoe County, home to a diverse population. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 34,496, Englewood has a total crime rate of 5,907.9 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.