Is Fort Worth or Ross Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Ross Township is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 25/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,662 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 16% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Ross Township has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 31.1x 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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Fort Worth, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fort Worth | Ross Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 2,662.4 | +496.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 53.0 | +405.7 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 0.0 | +7.4 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 24.9 | +30.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 3.1 | +69.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 24.9 | +298.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 2,609.4 | +90.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 68.6 | +276.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 2,509.7 | -667.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 31.2 | +482.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Ross Township safer?
Ross Township is safer with a total crime rate of 2,662 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 16% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Ross Township has 53.0. Ross Township has lower violent crime.
About Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth, a city where the West begins, boasts a rich cattle drive history evident in the Stockyards National Historic District. Located in North Central Texas, it's a populous city within the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metropolitan area. With a safety score of 17/100 and a population coverage of 997,476, Fort Worth has a total crime rate of 3,158.5 per 100,000 residents.
About Ross Township, PA
Ross Township, established in 1809, is a suburban municipality in northern Allegheny County. It is home to roughly 33,000 residents and features the bustling Ross Park Mall. With a safety score of 25/100 and a population coverage of 32,076, Ross Township has a total crime rate of 2,662.4 per 100,000 residents.