Below Average · Population: 255,744
Reading, Pennsylvania is a city with above-average crime rates, with a safety score of 39/100. The violent crime rate of 603.1 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 255,744, Reading reported 1,542 violent crimes and 10,816 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 9.3 per 100K |
| Rape | 36 per 100K |
| Robbery | 108.4 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 449.4 per 100K |
| Burglary | 756.2 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 2,716.2 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 756.9 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 1,542 |
| Property Crimes | 10,816 |
| Total Crimes | 12,358 |
With a safety score of 39/100, Reading has higher crime rates than the national average. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 88% of all reported crimes.
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