Is Houston or Tonawanda Town Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Tonawanda Town is safer than Houston (Safety Score 50/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 1,695 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 69% lower. Houston has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Tonawanda Town has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 41.3x 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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Tonawanda Town — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Houston | Tonawanda Town | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,441.7 | 1,694.9 | +3,746.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,148.3 | 82.0 | +1,066.3 |
| Murder Rate | 13.8 | 0.0 | +13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 73.0 | 1.8 | +71.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 274.0 | 23.2 | +250.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 787.4 | 57.0 | +730.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,293.5 | 1,612.9 | +2,680.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 644.8 | 185.4 | +459.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,945.7 | 1,121.0 | +1,824.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 703.0 | 306.5 | +396.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston or Tonawanda Town safer?
Tonawanda Town is safer with a total crime rate of 1,695 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 69% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Houston has a violent crime rate of 1,148.3 per 100K while Tonawanda Town has 82.0. Tonawanda 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 Tonawanda Town, NY
Tonawanda Town, a suburb of Buffalo, stretches along the Niagara River. Once home to a bustling lumber industry, it now features a diverse population and numerous parks and residential areas. With a safety score of 50/100 and a population coverage of 56,110, Tonawanda Town has a total crime rate of 1,694.9 per 100,000 residents.