Butler township, located in Adams County, PA, has a lower crime rate compared to the national average. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Butler township is only 9.5, significantly lower than the US average of 22.7. This means that residents of Butler township can feel safer and more secure in their community. However, property crime is slightly higher at 17, still lower than the national average of 35.4. This indicates that while violent crime may be low, there is still room for improvement in terms of property crime prevention. The community and local law enforcement should continue to work together to maintain a safe and peaceful environment in Butler township. As a resident, I am grateful for the relatively low crime rates but also recognize the importance of remaining vigilant and taking necessary precautions to protect ourselves and our property.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Butler township (Adams County) violent crime is 9.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Butler township (Adams County) property crime is 17.0. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Butler township (Adams County), Pennsylvania does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Biglerville, Pennsylvania. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Biglerville, Pennsylvania. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.