Is Houston or Peters Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Peters Township is safer than Houston (Safety Score 94/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 441 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 92% lower. Houston has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Peters Township has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 99.2x 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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Peters Township — 5-Year Trend
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Houston, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Houston | Peters Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,441.7 | 440.8 | +5,000.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,148.3 | 149.8 | +998.5 |
| Murder Rate | 13.8 | 0.0 | +13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 73.0 | 4.3 | +68.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 274.0 | 0.0 | +274.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 787.4 | 145.5 | +641.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,293.5 | 291.0 | +4,002.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 644.8 | 25.7 | +619.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,945.7 | 248.2 | +2,697.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 703.0 | 17.1 | +685.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston or Peters Township safer?
Peters Township is safer with a total crime rate of 441 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 92% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Houston has a violent crime rate of 1,148.3 per 100K while Peters Township has 149.8. Peters Township 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 Peters Township, PA
Peters Township, in Washington County, is a affluent Pittsburgh suburb known for its top-ranked schools. Once a rural farming community, it has experienced significant growth, with a population exceeding 20,000 residents. With a safety score of 94/100 and a population coverage of 23,367, Peters Township has a total crime rate of 440.8 per 100,000 residents.