Universal City, TX Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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27%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

16%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

35%

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}	Universal City_{/100k people}	Texas_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	589	n/a (estimate)	2,959	2,732	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	6.7	6.3
Rape	18	n/a	90.4	50.0	40.0
Robbery	14	n/a	70.3	70.5	66.1
Assault	30	n/a	150.7	304.7	268.2
Violent crime	62	n/a (estimate)	312	432	370
Burglary	73	n/a	366.8	334.3	269.8
Theft	398	n/a	1,999.7	1,634.4	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	56	n/a	281.4	331.2	282.7
Property crime	527	n/a (estimate)	2,648	2,300	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Universal City, 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 Universal City is 27.3% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 62 violent crimes reported in Universal City, equivalent to 312 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 15.8%. Additionally, Universal City recorded 527 property crimes, amounting to 2648 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 35.5%.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, Universal City 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 Universal City?

What is the prevailing sentiment among Universal City residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 8 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 75% of Universal City residents expressed a notable sense of security, asserting that crime was virtually non-existent in their community, and they felt at ease strolling the streets after dark. While, 25% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is Universal City a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Universal City, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Universal City presents a total crime rate that is 27% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Universal City experiences an average of 1.61 daily crimes, comprising 0.17 violent incidents and 1.44 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 Universal City Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Universal City has increased by 3.7% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Universal City 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 12.7%, while property crime has increased by 2.7%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Universal City.

Potential Causes for Crime in Universal City

In Universal City, the poverty rate currently stands at 11.3%, which contrasts with the national average of 15.1%. It's essential to recognize that the economic status of a city's inhabitants could be a pivotal factor influencing crime stats. Communities grappling with high poverty rates and income inequality are often susceptible to elevated crime levels, as some individuals may turn to unlawful activities to fulfill their essential needs. While lower poverty rates could lead to a reduction in Universal City crime rates.

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Universal City, the cost of living is 6.91% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

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 Universal City is $180,000, compared to a national average of $184,700.

Universal City crime map

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

Universal City crime rates are 27% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Universal City are 16% lower than the national average
In Universal City you have a 1 in 34 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Universal City is safer than 28% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Universal City has increased by 11%

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Daily Crime In Universal City (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Universal City, Texas is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Universal City are 1.08 times more than the Texas average and 1.27 times more than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Universal City are 1.39 times less than than Texas and 1.19 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Universal City are 1.15 times more than than Texas and 1.35 times more than the national average.

How Safe is Universal City (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in Universal City, Texas compared to other areas of Texas, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Universal City safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Universal City is safer than 26% of Texas cities, and 28% 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 Universal City. At this time, Universal City sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Universal City

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Universal City is 1 in 322

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Universal City is 1 in 38

The chance of being a victim of crime in Universal City is 1 in 34

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Universal City? In Universal City, you have a 1 in 322 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 38. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Universal City, TX is 1 in 34.

Year Over Year Crime In Universal City (per 100,000 people)

A good indicator of whether Universal City is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Universal City has increased by 20%, while the property crime rate in Universal City has increased by 10% year over year. The number of total crimes in Universal City has increased by 11% year over year.

Universal City police department

Item	Universal City	Texas	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	39	46,020	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.0	3.0	3.3

There are a total of 39 Universal City police officers. This results in 2.0 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 32.7% less than the Texas average and 37.8% 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}
St. Hedwig, TX	2,474	140	746	886
Timberwood Park, TX	25,003	187	994	1,180
Lake Dunlap, TX	1,546	194	1,032	1,225
Schertz, TX	42,433	144	1,163	1,307
Terrell Hills, TX	5,409	40	1,271	1,311
New Berlin, TX	849	221	1,176	1,397
Cibolo, TX	30,333	132	1,464	1,595
Universal City, TX	20,691	312	2,648	2,959

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Palisades Park, NJ	20,693	70	730	800
Sidney, OH	20,698	300	2,295	2,595
East Moline, IL	20,683	400	2,347	2,747
Ellensburg, WA	20,679	252	2,689	2,941
Lumberton, NC	20,704	2,400	11,231	13,631
Universal City, TX	20,691	312	2,648	2,959

Source: The Universal City, 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.