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46%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
23%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
50%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peoplePort Neches/100k peopleTexas/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime167n/a (estimate)1,2562,7322,324
Murder1n/a7.56.76.3
Rape5n/a37.650.040.0
Robbery0n/a0.070.566.1
Assault32n/a240.7304.7268.2
Violent crime38n/a (estimate)286432370
Burglary24n/a180.5334.3269.8
Theft81n/a609.31,634.41,401.9
Vehicle theft24n/a180.5331.2282.7
Property crime129n/a (estimate)9702,3001,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Port Neches, TX

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Port Neches is 46% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 38 violent crimes reported in Port Neches, equivalent to 286 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 22.7%. Additionally, Port Neches recorded 129 property crimes, amounting to 970 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 50.4%.

Is Port Neches a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Port Neches, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Port Neches presents a total crime rate that is 46% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Port Neches experiences an average of 0.46 daily crimes, comprising 0.1 violent incidents and 0.35 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Port Neches Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Port Neches crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Port Neches has increased by 4.4% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 52% and property crime has increased by 4.4%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Port Neches

Port Neches has a poverty rate of 9.8, while the national average is 15.1. In the past, there has been a direct correlation between high or low poverty rates and high or low crime stats. Elevated poverty levels and income disparities can contribute to heightened criminal activity, as individuals may resort to unlawful means to address their fundamental necessities. While lower poverty levels have led to a reduction in typical crime levels compared to other areas.

In Port Neches, the cost of living is 8.77% lower than the national average. A high cost of living can induce economic stress for locals, especially those with limited financial resources. When people grapple with soaring housing expenses, utility bills, healthcare costs, and other essential necessities, they may be driven towards criminal activities, including theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Conversely, cities boasting a lower cost of living may mitigate economic pressures and potentially result in reduced crime rates.

In cities grappling with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves needing to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, elevating stress levels and potentially fueling domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. Port Neches has a median home price of $173,900, deviating from the national average of $184,700. Large disparities in housing costs can significantly impact the well-being of residents and the prevalence of crime within the community.

Port Neches crime map



The Port Neches crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Port Neches as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Port Neches crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Port Neches crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Port Neches crime rates are 46% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Port Neches are 23% lower than the national average
      • In Port Neches you have a 1 in 80 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Port Neches is safer than 47% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Port Neches has decreased by 1%

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        Daily Crime In Port Neches (per 100,000 people)

        The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Port Neches, per 100,000 residents. In Port Neches, the total number of daily crimes is 2.17 times less than the Texas average and 1.85 times less than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Port Neches are 1.51 times less than the Texas average and 1.29 times less than the national average. For property crime, Port Neches has a daily crime rate that is 2.37 times less than the Texas average and 2.01 times less than the daily national average.

        How Safe is Port Neches (higher is better)

        Is Port Neches safe in comparison to other cities in the state of Texas as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in Port Neches to other cities in the state and across the country, Port Neches is 48% safer than other cities of Texas and 47% safer than other cities in the nation. Port Neches has a ranks below average in comparison to other cities in the country.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Port Neches

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Port Neches is 1 in 350
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Port Neches is 1 in 104
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Port Neches is 1 in 80
        Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Port Neches, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 350. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 104 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Port Neches is 1 in 80.

        Year Over Year Crime In Port Neches (per 100,000 people)

        Determining whether Port Neches is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Port Neches violent crime rates have increased by 44%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 10% year over year. Total crimes for Port Neches has decreased by 1% in the same time frame.

        Port Neches police department

        Item Port Neches Texas National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)2146,020558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.63.03.3
        There are a total of 21 Port Neches police officers. This results in 1.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 47.3% less than the Texas average and 51.3% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Texas

        State Total offenders Texas /100K National /100K
        Texas95,281443266
        There are a total of 95,281 sex offenders in Texas. This yields a total of 443 sex offenders in Texas per 100,000 residents which is 67% greater than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Central Gardens, TX3,621101539640
        Bridge City, TX7,90274716790
        Groves, TX15,5313241,1571,481
        Taylor Landing, TX2482691,4331,703
        Nederland, TX17,3341891,5641,752
        Orange, TX18,4584881,6642,152
        Vidor, TX10,6582071,9962,202
        Port Neches, TX12,7292869701,256

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        Port Neches, TX12,7292869701,256
        Source: The Port Neches, TX crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.