Moving from Penn Hills Township, PA to South Portland, ME?
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Is Penn Hills Township or South Portland Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Penn Hills Township is safer than South Portland (Safety Score 59/100 vs 59/100), with a total crime rate of 1,426 per 100,000 versus 1,433 for South Portland — 1% lower. Penn Hills Township has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where South Portland has a 100% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Penn Hills Township, PA?
Penn Hills Township — 5-Year Trend
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South Portland — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Penn Hills Township | South Portland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,425.9 | 1,433.3 | -7.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 372.4 | 63.1 | +309.3 |
| Murder Rate | 2.6 | 0.0 | +2.6 |
| Rape Rate | 58.7 | 7.4 | +51.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 43.4 | 18.6 | +24.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 265.3 | 37.1 | +228.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,053.5 | 1,370.2 | -316.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 135.2 | 81.7 | +53.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 744.8 | 1,173.4 | -428.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 173.5 | 115.1 | +58.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Penn Hills Township, PA to South Portland, ME?
An out-of-state move adds new driver's license, plates, voter registration and deadlines that differ by state. The Moving Checklist Planner dates every task from your move-in day — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Penn Hills Township or South Portland safer?
Penn Hills Township is safer with a total crime rate of 1,426 per 100K vs 1,433 for South Portland — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Penn Hills Township has a violent crime rate of 372.4 per 100K while South Portland has 63.1. South Portland has lower violent crime.
About Penn Hills Township, PA
Penn Hills Township, a large suburban community east of Pittsburgh, was once a thriving coal mining area. Its diverse population now spans over 19 square miles. With a safety score of 59/100 and a population coverage of 39,203, Penn Hills Township has a total crime rate of 1,425.9 per 100,000 residents.
About South Portland, ME
South Portland, Maine, a coastal city across the harbor from Portland, is home to Bug Light Park, a popular spot for its picturesque lighthouse. Its population of over 26,000 residents reflects a mix of residential areas and commercial districts. With a safety score of 59/100 and a population coverage of 26,931, South Portland has a total crime rate of 1,433.3 per 100,000 residents.