Galena Park, TX Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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29%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

15%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

32%

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}	Galena Park_{/100k people}	Texas_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	168	n/a (estimate)	1,641	2,732	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	6.7	6.3
Rape	5	n/a	48.8	50.0	40.0
Robbery	4	n/a	39.1	70.5	66.1
Assault	23	n/a	224.6	304.7	268.2
Violent crime	32	n/a (estimate)	313	432	370
Burglary	23	n/a	224.6	334.3	269.8
Theft	82	n/a	800.8	1,634.4	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	31	n/a	302.7	331.2	282.7
Property crime	136	n/a (estimate)	1,328	2,300	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Galena Park, 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 Galena Park is 29.4% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 32 violent crimes reported in Galena Park, equivalent to 313 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 15.5%. Additionally, Galena Park recorded 136 property crimes, amounting to 1328 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 32%.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, Galena Park 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.

Is Galena Park a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Galena Park, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Galena Park presents a total crime rate that is 29% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Galena Park experiences an average of 0.46 daily crimes, comprising 0.09 violent incidents and 0.37 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 Galena Park Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Galena Park. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Galena Park has decreased by 15.6%. Violent crimes have decreased by 3%, while property crimes have decreased by 18.1%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in Galena Park

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 Galena Park crime rate. The poverty level in Galena Park is 27.5%, while the national average is 15.1%.

High population density areas are often large urban centers with diverse economic opportunities. These areas can exacerbate income inequality, with pockets of poverty existing alongside affluence. Areas with economic disparities may experience higher property crimes and, in some cases, violent crimes. On the other hand, areas with low population density tend to see lower Galena Park crime rates. The population density in Galena Park is 2258.2 people per square mile, while the national average is 90.6 people per square mile.

In areas where housing affordability is an issue, crime can become a significant concern. Some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions, which can increase stress and potentially contribute to domestic disputes and related crimes. The median home price in Galena Park is $82,900, compared to a national average of $184,700.

Galena Park crime map

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

Galena Park crime rates are 29% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Galena Park are 15% lower than the national average
In Galena Park you have a 1 in 61 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Galena Park is safer than 40% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Galena Park has decreased by 13%

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Daily Crime In Galena Park (per 100,000 people)

The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Galena Park, TX per 100,000 people. In Galena Park, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.67 times less than the Texas average and 1.42 times less than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Galena Park is 1.38 times less than the Texas average and 1.18 times less than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Galena Park has a daily crime rate that is 1.73 times less than the Texas average and 1.47 times less than the overall daily national average.

How Safe is Galena Park (higher is better)

Compared to the other cities in Texas and all other cities across the US, is Galena Park safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Galena Park is safer than 38% of other cities in the state of Texas. In addition, Galena Park is safer than 40% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Texas and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Galena Park. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Galena Park is below average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Galena Park

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Galena Park is 1 in 320

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Galena Park is 1 in 76

The chance of being a victim of crime in Galena Park is 1 in 61

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Galena Park? In Galena Park, you have a 1 in 320 chance of falling victim to a violent crime, such as rape, robbery, assault, or even murder. In terms of property crime, your chances of being a victim are 1 in 76. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Galena Park, TX is 1 in 61.

Year Over Year Crime In Galena Park (per 100,000 people)

An ideal indicator of whether Galena Park is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in Galena Park has not changed and the rate of property crime in Galena Park has decreased by 16%. The total crime rate in Galena Park has decreased by 13% year to year.

Galena Park police department

Item	Galena Park	Texas	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	21	46,020	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.9	3.0	3.3

There are a total of 21 Galena Park police officers. This results in 1.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 38.1% less than the Texas average and 42.8% 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}
Clear Lake Shores, TX	1,371	61	323	383
Taylor Lake Village, TX	3,685	82	438	520
El Lago, TX	2,805	99	526	625
Shoreacres, TX	1,551	103	550	654
Brookside Village, TX	1,429	134	715	849
West University Place, TX	15,589	48	991	1,040
Morgan's Point, TX	288	207	1,100	1,306
Galena Park, TX	10,848	313	1,328	1,641

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Heath, OH	10,847	160	4,436	4,595
Shiloh, PA	10,850	265	1,405	1,671
Vermillion, SD	10,852	425	1,957	2,381
Sturgis, MI	10,853	383	1,724	2,107
Asbury Lake, FL	10,842	208	1,260	1,468
Galena Park, TX	10,848	313	1,328	1,641

Source: The Galena Park, 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.