Is Houston or Redford Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Redford Township is safer than Houston (Safety Score 29/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 2,445 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 55% lower. Houston has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Redford Township has a 84% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 49.3x 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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Redford Township — 5-Year Trend
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Houston, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Houston | Redford Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,441.7 | 2,445.5 | +2,996.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,148.3 | 543.9 | +604.4 |
| Murder Rate | 13.8 | 4.3 | +9.6 |
| Rape Rate | 73.0 | 51.0 | +22.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 274.0 | 44.6 | +229.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 787.4 | 444.1 | +343.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,293.5 | 1,901.5 | +2,391.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 644.8 | 278.3 | +366.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,945.7 | 998.6 | +1,947.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 703.0 | 624.6 | +78.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston or Redford Township safer?
Redford Township is safer with a total crime rate of 2,445 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 55% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Houston has a violent crime rate of 1,148.3 per 100K while Redford Township has 543.9. Redford 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 Redford Township, MI
Redford Township, Michigan, a diverse community in Wayne County, was founded in 1833. It's known for its many parks and proximity to Detroit. With a safety score of 29/100 and a population coverage of 47,067, Redford Township has a total crime rate of 2,445.5 per 100,000 residents.