West Reading, PA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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40%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

23%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

44%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2024 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2025; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	West Reading_{/100k people}	Pennsylvania_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	135	n/a (estimate)	2,972	1,681	2,119
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	5.0	5.0
Rape	0	n/a	0.0	27.8	37.5
Robbery	1	n/a	22.0	51.4	60.6
Assault	19	n/a	418.3	161.4	256.1
Violent crime	20	n/a (estimate)	440	246	359
Burglary	8	n/a	176.1	116.7	229.2
Theft	94	n/a	2,069.6	1,129.8	1,272.1
Vehicle theft	13	n/a	286.2	188.5	258.8
Property crime	115	n/a (estimate)	2,532	1,435	1,760

West Reading crime map

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

West Reading crime rates are 40% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in West Reading are 23% higher than the national average
In West Reading you have a 1 in 34 chance of becoming a victim of crime
West Reading is safer than 51% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in West Reading has increased by 164%

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Daily Crime In West Reading (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in West Reading for every 100,000 residents. The West Reading total amount of daily crime is 1.77 times more than the Pennsylvania average and 1.40 times more than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in West Reading, is 1.79 times more than the Pennsylvania average, and it is 1.23 times more than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that West Reading has a daily crime average that is 1.76 times more than the Pennsylvania average and 1.44 times more than the daily national rate.

How Safe is West Reading (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in West Reading in comparison to other Pennsylvania communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is West Reading safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show West Reading being safer than 41% of cities in Pennsylvania and 51% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Pennsylvania cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to West Reading. In conclusion, West Reading ranks above average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in West Reading

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in West Reading is 1 in 228

The chance of being a victim of property crime in West Reading is 1 in 40

The chance of being a victim of crime in West Reading is 1 in 34

Wondering what the chances are that you fall victim to a crime in West Reading? In West Reading, PA you have a 1 in 228 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 40 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and motor vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 34 chance of becoming a victim of crime in West Reading.

Year Over Year Crime In West Reading (per 100,000 people)

Determining whether West Reading is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. West Reading violent crime rates have increased by 172%. At the same time, property crime has increased by 163% year over year. Total crimes for West Reading has increased by 164% in the same time frame.

West Reading police department

Item	West Reading	Pennsylvania	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	15	14,701	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	3.5	1.8	3.3

There are a total of 15 West Reading police officers. This results in 3.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 94.3% greater than the Pennsylvania average and 9.1% greater than the National average.

Sex offenders in Pennsylvania

State	Total offenders	Pennsylvania_/100K	National_/100K
Pennsylvania	21,558	176	266

There are a total of 21,558 sex offenders in Pennsylvania. This yields a total of 176 sex offenders in Pennsylvania per 100,000 residents which is 34% less than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Bernville, PA	868	0	0	0
Womelsdorf, PA	2,886	35	69	104
Spring Ridge, PA	1,003	35	201	236
Alleghenyville, PA	1,013	35	201	236
Elverson, PA	1,369	44	259	304
Mohnton, PA	3,013	34	309	343
Muhlenberg Park, PA	1,325	55	323	378
West Reading, PA	4,293	440	2,532	2,972

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Argo, AL	4,294	114	342	456
Littleton, NH	4,294	99	1,340	1,439
Geneva, AL	4,292	278	1,207	1,485
Spring Valley Village, TX	4,294	101	530	631
Honesdale, PA	4,294	226	745	971
West Reading, PA	4,293	440	2,532	2,972

Source: The West Reading, PA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2024. 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.