Every study on crime in Arizona always ranks Oro Valley as one of the safest places in the State. This time, according lawnstarter.com, Oro Valley is the third safest.They drew this conclusion based on a computation of 2019 serious crime data per the FBI.
Safest in Southern Arizona
We took a look at their data with a focus on Souther Arizona's major neighbors. Oro Valley's violent crime rate is the lowest of comparable Southern Arizona towns. Only Sahuarita has a lower property crime rate than Oro Valley. Marana and Tucson are worse.
Property Crime always tops the list...
... when it comes to crime events. These are crimes like robbery, motor vehicle theft, larceny, and arson. Oro Valley sits at 13.6 property crime per thousand. That is the national average. Oro Valley's property crime numbers are far below those of Marana (23.17) and Tucson (49.54). Also, the rate is far below the state average of 29.63.
These are the 10 most dangerous places in Arizona, according to the study.
Tucson leads the pack. The remaining locations are a bit away from here; though Casa Grande is rather close.
Oro Valley's police force has done its job in keeping crime from our doorstep!
Regarding this stellar performance, Oro Valley Police Chief Kara Riley told us that she is "..Thankful for all Oro Valley staff who have a direct impact on enhancing the quality of life for Oro Valley residents, businesses and daily visitors."
Nicely done indeed.
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