Conroe, TX Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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1%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

14%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

4%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

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.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Conroe_{/100k people}	Texas_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	2,315	n/a (estimate)	2,347	2,732	2,324
Murder	3	n/a	3.0	6.7	6.3
Rape	59	n/a	59.8	50.0	40.0
Robbery	35	n/a	35.5	70.5	66.1
Assault	217	n/a	220.0	304.7	268.2
Violent crime	314	n/a (estimate)	318	432	370
Burglary	225	n/a	228.1	334.3	269.8
Theft	1,561	n/a	1,582.8	1,634.4	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	215	n/a	218.0	331.2	282.7
Property crime	2,001	n/a (estimate)	2,029	2,300	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Conroe, TX

The Conroe crime rates are 1% higher than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 314 violent crimes in Conroe (318 per 100,000 people), which is 13.9% lower than the national average and there were a total of 2001 property crimes (2029 per 100,000 residents) which is 3.8% higher than average.

When evaluating the Conroe crime rate for every 100,000 residents, it positions itself in the middle range among all cities that reported crime. Our examination of total offenses, spanning both violent and property crimes, indicates that the reported Conroe crime rates closely correspond to the national average reported by other regions.

The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Conroe is very similar to the national average. Conroe had a property crime rate of 2029, while the national average was 1954. Based on these numbers, you could expect an average amount of property crime in this area.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Conroe?

What do the local residents think about crime in Conroe? Well, based on a recent survey of 35 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 57% of Conroe residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 43% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Conroe a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Conroe a safe place to live?” Although the answer might not be that simple, as some areas are safer than others, getting a good feel for the overall rate of crime can definitely be helpful. Overall, the Conroe crime rate is 1% higher than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 6.34 crimes per day - 0.86 violent crimes and 5.48 property crimes.

Has Crime in Conroe Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Conroe has decreased by 3.8% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Conroe is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has increased by 44.7%, while property crime has decreased by 8.6%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Conroe.

Potential Causes for Crime in Conroe

The economic well-being of a city's residents plays a significant role in crime rates. High poverty rates and income inequality can lead to increased crime stats as individuals may resort to illegal activities to meet their basic needs. While lower rates could lead to a lower Conroe crime rate. The poverty level in Conroe is 12.3%, while the national average is 15.1%.

Conroe reports an unemployment rate of 2.6%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. Constrained employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-paying positions can contribute to elevated rates of unemployment and underemployment. Areas where individuals contend with joblessness or insufficient wages may display heightened susceptibility to an increase in criminal activities attributed to economic insecurity. Conversely, regions characterized by robust employment rates often witness a decrease in overall Conroe crime rates.

Elevated rental costs can generate economic strain for both individuals and families, particularly those with restricted financial means. When a substantial proportion of one's income is allocated to housing costs, it often leaves limited resources for fulfilling other crucial necessities such as groceries, healthcare and education. This financial pressure can fuel desperation, potentially prompting individuals to resort to criminal actions, including theft or fraud, as a means of coping with their financial hardships. In Conroe, the average monthly rent stands at $1,106, while the national average is $949 per month.

Conroe crime map

The Conroe crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Conroe 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 Conroe crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Conroe 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

Conroe crime rates are 1% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Conroe are 14% lower than the national average
In Conroe you have a 1 in 43 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Conroe is safer than 32% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Conroe has decreased by 3%

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Daily Crime In Conroe (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Conroe for every 100,000 residents. The Conroe total amount of daily crime is 1.16 times less than the Texas average and 1.01 times more than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Conroe, is 1.36 times less than the Texas average, and it is 1.16 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Conroe has a daily crime average that is 1.13 times less than the Texas average and 1.04 times more than the daily national rate.

How Safe is Conroe (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Conroe to every other city in Texas, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Conroe safe? The gauges above illustrate that Conroe is safer than 31% of every city located within Texas along with 32% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Texas and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Conroe, TX is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Conroe

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Conroe is 1 in 315

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Conroe is 1 in 50

The chance of being a victim of crime in Conroe is 1 in 43

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Conroe, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 315. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 50 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 Conroe is 1 in 43.

Year Over Year Crime In Conroe (per 100,000 people)

Determining whether Conroe is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Conroe violent crime rates have increased by 47%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 7% year over year. Total crimes for Conroe has decreased by 3% in the same time frame.

Conroe police department

Item	Conroe	Texas	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	142	46,020	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.4	3.0	3.3

There are a total of 142 Conroe police officers. This results in 2.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 21.1% less than the Texas average and 27% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Texas

State	Total offenders	Texas_/100K	National_/100K
Texas	95,281	443	266

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}
Panorama Village, TX	2,641	124	662	787
Cut and Shoot, TX	973	197	1,051	1,249
The Woodlands, TX	114,532	199	1,058	1,257
Pinehurst city, TX	2,100	201	1,071	1,272
Stagecoach, TX	774	203	1,083	1,286
Montgomery, TX	2,204	224	1,344	1,568
Oak Ridge North, TX	3,163	232	2,159	2,391
Conroe, TX	88,369	318	2,029	2,347

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Reading, PA	88,333	507	2,685	3,193
Newton, MA	88,322	65	655	720
Champaign, IL	88,288	646	1,722	2,368
Palm Coast, FL	88,222	320	1,936	2,256
O'Fallon, MO	88,132	94	719	813
Conroe, TX	88,369	318	2,029	2,347

Source: The Conroe, 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.