Is Pasadena or Southfield Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Southfield is safer than Pasadena (Safety Score 21/100 vs 21/100), with a total crime rate of 2,913 per 100,000 versus 2,919 for Pasadena — 0% lower. Pasadena has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Southfield has a 68% lower rate.
Pasadena — 5-Year Trend
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Southfield — 5-Year Trend
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Pasadena, TX
Southfield, MI
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Pasadena | Southfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,918.8 | 2,913.0 | +5.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 566.8 | 493.0 | +73.8 |
| Murder Rate | 4.1 | 1.3 | +2.8 |
| Rape Rate | 69.6 | 59.6 | +9.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 73.7 | 39.8 | +33.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 418.7 | 392.3 | +26.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,351.9 | 2,420.0 | -68.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 252.1 | 405.6 | -153.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,677.7 | 1,467.1 | +210.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 422.2 | 547.4 | -125.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pasadena or Southfield safer?
Southfield is safer with a total crime rate of 2,913 per 100K vs 2,919 for Pasadena — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Pasadena has a violent crime rate of 566.8 per 100K while Southfield has 493.0. Southfield has lower violent crime.
About Pasadena, TX
Pasadena, Texas, founded in 1893 after a devastating hurricane, sits southeast of Houston. This large, working-class suburb is a hub for chemical and petrochemical industries along the Houston Ship Channel. With a safety score of 21/100 and a population coverage of 145,199, Pasadena has a total crime rate of 2,918.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Southfield, MI
Southfield, a Detroit suburb, is home to the landmark "Golden Triangle" of office buildings. Its diverse population has grown significantly since the mid-20th century, with many residents commuting to neighboring communities. With a safety score of 21/100 and a population coverage of 75,454, Southfield has a total crime rate of 2,913.0 per 100,000 residents.