These 4 Cities in Pennsylvania Are the Most Unsafe, Says a Study.

A recent study conducted by The Law Offices of Gary E. Gerson and 1Point 21 Interactive analyzed data on 15 metrics known to have an impact on crime for all Pennsylvania cities and townships.

The study found that Chester, Reading, Lebanon, and Lancaster are the most dangerous cities in Pennsylvania due to a combination of high crime rates, low police presence, and unfavorable community socioeconomic factors.

Chester: The Most Dangerous City in Pennsylvania

Chester has the highest violent crime rate in Pennsylvania, with approximately 1,615 crimes per 100,000 residents. This is more than double that of any other city in the state, except for Reading. Chester also has the highest murder rate, robbery and aggravated assault rate, and the second-highest rape rate in the state.

Reading: High Unemployment and Crime Rates

Reading has the highest unemployment rate in the study, with 20.1 percent of its population out of work. This is significantly higher than the national average of 3.9 percent in 2018.

The city also has high crime rates, with a violent crime rate of 1,127 crimes per 100,000 residents. Additionally, Reading has the highest property crime rate in the state, with 4,492 crimes per 100,000 residents.

Lebanon: Low Police Budget and High Crime Rates

Lebanon has the lowest police budget per capita, with $177.12 spent per resident. This is significantly lower than the average police budget of $26.5 billion spent by Pennsylvania on K-12 education.

The city also has high crime rates, with a violent crime rate of 708 crimes per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2,816 crimes per 100,000 residents.

Lancaster: High Rape Rate and Low Educational Attainment

Lancaster has the highest rate of sexual assault in the state, with nearly double the rate of any other city. The city also has low educational attainment, with only 78.6 percent of residents having a high school diploma. This is significantly lower than the national high school graduation rate of 86.7 percent.

What Are the Four Cities in Pennsylvania That Are Considered the Most Unsafe

The four cities in Pennsylvania that are considered the most unsafe are Chester, Reading, Lebanon, and Lancaster, according to a study by The Law Offices of Gary E. Gerson and 1Point 21 Interactive. These cities were identified as the most dangerous based on data collected and analyzed on 15 metrics known to have an impact on crime for all Pennsylvania cities and townships.

Chester has the highest violent crime rate in Pennsylvania, with approximately 1,615 crimes per 100,000 residents, which is more than double that of any other city in the state[1]. Chester also has the highest murder rate, robbery and aggravated assault rate, and the second-highest rape rate in the state.

Reading has the highest unemployment rate in the study, with 20.1 percent of its population out of work, which is significantly higher than the national average of 3.9 percent in 2018. The city also has high crime rates, with a violent crime rate of 1,127 crimes per 100,000 residents, and the highest property crime rate in the state, with 4,492 crimes per 100,000 residents.

Lebanon has the lowest police budget per capita, with $177.12 spent per resident, which is significantly lower than the average police budget of $26.5 billion spent by Pennsylvania on K-12 education[1]. The city also has high crime rates, with a violent crime rate of 708 crimes per 100,000 residents, and a property crime rate of 2,816 crimes per 100,000 residents.

Lancaster has the highest rate of sexual assault in the state, with nearly double the rate of any other city. The city also has low educational attainment, with only 78.6 percent of residents having a high school diploma, which is significantly lower than the national high school graduation rate of 86.7 percent.

Conclusion

The study highlights the need for increased attention to crime and community socioeconomic factors in Pennsylvania’s most dangerous cities. While crime is a significant issue, it is important to recognize the impact of economic factors, such as unemployment and low educational attainment, on crime rates. By addressing these underlying issues, Pennsylvania can work towards creating safer communities for all residents.