Is Orangetown Town or Shaler Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Shaler Township is safer than Orangetown Town (Safety Score 88/100 vs 88/100), with a total crime rate of 604 per 100,000 versus 617 for Orangetown Town — 2% lower. Orangetown Town has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Orangetown Town has a 100% lower rate.
Orangetown Town — 5-Year Trend
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Shaler Township — 5-Year Trend
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Orangetown Town, NY
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Orangetown Town | Shaler Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 616.6 | 604.5 | +12.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 57.6 | 48.5 | +9.1 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 3.7 | -3.7 |
| Rape Rate | 0.0 | 11.2 | -11.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 7.2 | 3.7 | +3.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 50.4 | 29.9 | +20.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 559.0 | 556.0 | +3.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 24.0 | 56.0 | -32.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 527.8 | 485.1 | +42.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 7.2 | 14.9 | -7.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Orangetown Town or Shaler Township safer?
Shaler Township is safer with a total crime rate of 604 per 100K vs 617 for Orangetown Town — a 2% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Orangetown Town has a violent crime rate of 57.6 per 100K while Shaler Township has 48.5. Shaler Township has lower violent crime.
About Orangetown Town, NY
Orangetown, NY, in Rockland County, boasts a rich history, home to the '76 House, America's oldest tavern. This Hudson Valley town is a suburban community with a diverse population, bordering New Jersey. With a safety score of 88/100 and a population coverage of 41,682, Orangetown Town has a total crime rate of 616.6 per 100,000 residents.
About Shaler Township, PA
Shaler Township, a northern suburb of Pittsburgh, spans the hills along Pine Creek. It was once a prominent agricultural area, now a diverse residential community with a population around 28,000. With a safety score of 88/100 and a population coverage of 26,801, Shaler Township has a total crime rate of 604.5 per 100,000 residents.