Is Houston or New Windsor Town Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, New Windsor Town is safer than Houston (Safety Score 77/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 938 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 83% lower. Houston has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where New Windsor Town has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 83.4x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Houston — 5-Year Trend
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New Windsor Town — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Houston | New Windsor Town | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,441.7 | 938.5 | +4,503.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,148.3 | 97.1 | +1,051.2 |
| Murder Rate | 13.8 | 0.0 | +13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 73.0 | 25.2 | +47.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 274.0 | 3.6 | +270.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 787.4 | 68.3 | +719.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,293.5 | 841.4 | +3,452.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 644.8 | 46.7 | +598.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,945.7 | 780.3 | +2,165.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 703.0 | 14.4 | +688.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston or New Windsor Town safer?
New Windsor Town is safer with a total crime rate of 938 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 83% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Houston has a violent crime rate of 1,148.3 per 100K while New Windsor Town has 97.1. New Windsor Town 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 New Windsor Town, NY
New Windsor, a town in Orange County, New York, sits on the west bank of the Hudson River. Home to the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor, it's a suburban community with a rich Revolutionary War history. With a safety score of 77/100 and a population coverage of 27,811, New Windsor Town has a total crime rate of 938.5 per 100,000 residents.