Is Greenwood Village or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Houston is safer than Greenwood Village (Safety Score 3/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 5,442 per 100,000 versus 6,614 for Greenwood Village — 18% lower. Greenwood Village has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Greenwood Village has a 78% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 154.0x 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 | Greenwood Village | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 6,613.6 | 5,441.7 | +1,171.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 391.8 | 1,148.3 | -756.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 13.8 | -7.2 |
| Rape Rate | 86.3 | 73.0 | +13.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 59.8 | 274.0 | -214.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 239.0 | 787.4 | -548.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 6,221.8 | 4,293.5 | +1,928.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 491.4 | 644.8 | -153.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 4,927.0 | 2,945.7 | +1,981.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 803.5 | 703.0 | +100.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Greenwood Village or Houston safer?
Houston is safer with a total crime rate of 5,442 per 100K vs 6,614 for Greenwood Village — a 18% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Greenwood Village has a violent crime rate of 391.8 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Greenwood Village has lower violent crime.
About Greenwood Village, CO
Greenwood Village, a Denver suburb, is known for its upscale residences and corporate parks, including the Denver Tech Center. Located south of downtown, it's a relatively affluent community with a median household income significantly above the state average. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 15,060, Greenwood Village has a total crime rate of 6,613.6 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.