Moving from Houston, TX to Locust Grove, GA?
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Is Houston or Locust Grove Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Locust Grove is safer than Houston (Safety Score 16/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 3,223 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 41% lower. Houston has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Locust Grove has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 193.6x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Houston, TX?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Houston | Locust Grove | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,441.7 | 3,222.6 | +2,219.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,148.3 | 258.8 | +889.5 |
| Murder Rate | 13.8 | 0.0 | +13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 73.0 | 133.6 | -60.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 274.0 | 41.7 | +232.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 787.4 | 83.5 | +703.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,293.5 | 2,963.8 | +1,329.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 644.8 | 192.0 | +452.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,945.7 | 2,571.4 | +374.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 703.0 | 200.4 | +502.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Houston, TX to Locust Grove, GA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston or Locust Grove safer?
Locust Grove is safer with a total crime rate of 3,223 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 41% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Houston has a violent crime rate of 1,148.3 per 100K while Locust Grove has 258.8. Locust Grove has lower violent crime.
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.
About Locust Grove, GA
Locust Grove, a city in Henry County, Georgia, grew around its railroad stop. Its population was 7,723 in 2020, with a rich agricultural history. With a safety score of 16/100 and a population coverage of 11,978, Locust Grove has a total crime rate of 3,222.6 per 100,000 residents.