Denison, TX Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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52%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

32%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

56%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2023 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2024; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Denison_{/100k people}	Texas_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	296	n/a (estimate)	1,086	2,644	2,281
Murder	3	n/a	11.0	6.0	5.7
Rape	13	n/a	47.7	49.5	38.0
Robbery	4	n/a	14.7	68.8	66.5
Assault	47	n/a	172.4	281.7	264.1
Violent crime	67	n/a (estimate)	246	406	364
Burglary	52	n/a	190.7	303.9	250.7
Theft	143	n/a	524.6	1,524.5	1,347.2
Vehicle theft	34	n/a	124.7	409.9	318.7
Property crime	229	n/a (estimate)	840	2,238	1,917

An Overview of Crime Rates in Denison, TX

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Denison crime rate is lower than the national average by 34%. Specifically, there were 73 violent crimes in Denison, equivalent to 283 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 23.6%. Furthermore, Denison recorded 323 property crimes, amounting to 1251 per 100,000 residents, which was lower than the average by 36%.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, Denison reported a murder rate of 0. This could indicate that it is a very safe place to live, but also serves as an inspiration to other urban areas striving for safer communities. Examining the full crime report will provide a complete overview of all crimes - violent and property.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Denison?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Denison residents. Out of the respondents (14 in total), 57% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Denison were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 43% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Denison a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Denison is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Denison has a total crime rate that is 34% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 1.08 daily crimes (0.2 violent daily crimes and 0.88 daily property crimes) in Denison.

Has Crime in Denison Increased Since Last Year?

Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in Denison. This analysis involves comparing crime rates from one year to the next, enabling the identification of patterns and fluctuations in crime. Such information proves invaluable to residents seeking to make well-informed decisions about their choice of residence. In the most recent year, compared to the previous one, total crime in Denison has decreased by 29.3%. Specifically, violent crime has decreased by 19.8%, while property crime has decreased by 31.1%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in Denison.

Potential Causes for Crime in Denison

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 Denison crime rate. The poverty level in Denison is 16.1%, while the national average is 15.1%.

Limited employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-wage jobs can result in higher rates of unemployment and underemployment. Regions where individuals grapple with joblessness or meager wages may exhibit greater vulnerability to an uptick in crime due to financial instability. While areas that have strong employment rates, often will see a reduction in overall crime. Denison, for instance, reports an unemployment rate of 5%, which differs from the national average of 4.7%.

High cost of living can lead to economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When people struggle to make ends meet due to high housing costs, healthcare expenses, or other basic necessities, they may be more inclined to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. On the flipside, cities that have a lower cost of living, could see a reduced crime rate. In Denison, the cost of living is 18.63% lower than the national average.

Denison crime map

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

Denison crime rates are 52% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Denison are 32% lower than the national average
In Denison you have a 1 in 93 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Denison is safer than 45% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Denison has decreased by 29%

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Daily Crime In Denison (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Denison for every 100,000 residents. The Denison total amount of daily crime is 2.44 times less than the Texas average and 2.10 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Denison, is 1.65 times less than the Texas average, and it is 1.48 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Denison has a daily crime average that is 2.66 times less than the Texas average and 2.28 times less than the daily national rate.

How Safe is Denison (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in Denison, Texas compared to other areas of Texas, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Denison safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Denison is safer than 45% of Texas cities, and 45% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Texas, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Denison. At this time, Denison sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Denison

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Denison is 1 in 407

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Denison is 1 in 120

The chance of being a victim of crime in Denison is 1 in 93

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Denison? If you reside in Denison, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 407. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 120 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Denison, is 1 in 93.

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

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Denison, Texas (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Denison has decreased by 13%, the amount of property crime in Denison has decreased by 33%, and the total amount of crime in Denison has decreased by 29% year over year.

Denison police department

Item	Denison	Texas	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	56	46,020	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.4	3.0	3.3

There are a total of 56 Denison police officers. This results in 2.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 19.4% less than the Texas average and 25.5% 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}
Bells, TX	1,824	0	254	254
Pottsboro, TX	2,418	124	686	810
Preston, TX	1,759	156	860	1,016
Southmayd, TX	1,510	184	1,013	1,196
Savoy, TX	1,007	192	1,060	1,253
Achille, OK	376	714	714	1,429
Calera, OK	3,082	131	1,600	1,731
Denison, TX	24,851	246	840	1,086

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Forest Grove, OR	24,847	425	1,426	1,851
North Laurel, MD	24,856	333	1,620	1,953
Burlington, IA	24,858	550	2,272	2,822
Bainbridge Island, WA	24,859	53	933	987
Ardmore, OK	24,834	1,195	3,441	4,635
Denison, TX	24,851	246	840	1,086

Source: The Denison, TX crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2023. 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.