When looking for the safest cities to live in America, individuals apply different criteria to determine what they consider safe. Many people opt to live in cities with less violent crime rates, such crimes include; robbery, murder and non-negligent manslaughter, rape, and seriousassault. Violent crimes often involve a substantial amount of force or threat to apply force. The best city to live is ranked according to minimal crime rate. People especially those with families prefer their children growing up in safe environments where they can raise them without fear. No single place in the world is crime free but in America there are a few cities where the crime rate is impressively low and thus considered safe to live in.Below is a list of top 10 safest cities to live in Americarecently compiled by the Uniform Crime Report from the FBI.
10
Bellevue, Washington
With a population of 124,283, this city can be considered safe to live in since only 75 cases of violent crimes were reported last year. This is perhaps due to efforts by law enforcement agencies and technological innovations such asCrime Analysis Software,iPads for field application, a Digital Forensics Server, and a T-3 Electric Van for town center patrols.
9
Arvada, Colorado
This city has a population of 102,125 and the whole of last year only 77 violent crimes were reported. The city has a dedicated police department that takes pride in keeping its citizens safe. The police department owns brand new, all-wheel drive Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles that were recently featured in “How’d They Do That”
8
Amherst, New York
Last year alone there were only 88 reports of violent crime which seemsquite impressive in a city of 117,591 citizens. None of the crimes included murder; this can be attributed to the strict adherence to law since 1819when the city was established.
7
Norman, Oklahoma
A small city with a population of 112,112 people, Norman city has managed to maintain its record of one of the safest cities in America. Last year there were only78 violent crimes, the police department can be credited for offeringcommunity awareness programs which have assisted in fighting crime in the city. In addition, they recently sent out a Satisfaction Survey to its citizens to ensure that the citizens are satisfied with their performance.
6
Round Rock, Texas
With a population of 101,989 people, last year only 67 cases of violent crimes occurred. The police department has been intensively involved in the community security. They have come up with programs such as “lock box”, in which citizens that are at high-risk for emergencies place a lock box, to be used byemergency personnel, on the front part of their homes. Others are police academy for teens and citizen’s police academy.
5
The township of Edison, New Jersey
This city has the least population in this list with only 100,300 people. Last year 61 violent crimes were reported none of which included murder. The community is involved greatly in law enforcement. The police department offers services such as counseling for families and youth which may be the solution to high crime rates.
4
McAllen, Texas
Last year 76 violent crimes were reported out of a population of 132,610. The citizens are encouraged to participate inlaw enforcement by joining programs like the citizen’s police academy. There is also a Teen Court which handles crimes by teenagers and issues appropriate sentences.
3
Temecula, California
This city has a population of 101,274 citizens and only 54 violent crimes were reported in2012.The law enforcement department has different teams that deal with different aspects of security. They include; the Mall Team which deals with mall incidents, Gang Detail that is on the lookout for gangs and Mounted Posse that is in search and rescue field.
2
Irvine, California
This is the largest city in this list with a population of 217,528. In 2012, 110 violent crimes were reported. The city majors in community programs such as counseling, supportgroups and the Community Police Academy.
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Murrieta, California
Out of a population of 101,274, only 54 cases of violent crimes were reported. The community is involved in different programs for safety such as You Are Not Alone for the elderly and incapacitated andHome to School Safety Patrols for kids. Volunteers assist with other programs like Neighborhood Watch, Crime Free Multi-Housing and School Patrols.
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