Wattsburg, PA has been struggling with high crime rates, especially when compared to national averages. According to the background information provided, the violent crime rate in Wattsburg is 11.4, almost half of the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate in Wattsburg is 20.4, which is still significantly higher than the national average of 35.4. This indicates that while physical violence may not be as prevalent in Wattsburg, theft and property crimes are still a major issue. This could be attributed to a variety of factors, such as poverty, drug use, and lack of resources for law enforcement in the area. The community of Wattsburg must work together to address these issues and create a safer environment for its residents, while also providing support and resources for those who may be at risk of committing crimes.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Wattsburg violent crime is 11.4. (The US average is 22.7)
Wattsburg property crime is 20.4. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Wattsburg, Pennsylvania does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Union City, Pennsylvania. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Union City, Pennsylvania. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.