Shelby, TX County has unfortunately experienced higher rates of violent and property crime compared to the national average. The background information reveals that the county's violent crime rate is 31.5, while the US average is 22.7. This means that the rate of violent crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery is significantly higher in Shelby County. Additionally, the county's property crime rate of 42.8 is also above the US average of 35.4, indicating a higher prevalence of crimes like burglary, theft, and vandalism. These statistics suggest that Shelby, TX County is facing significant challenges in maintaining public safety and reducing crime. It is crucial for law enforcement and community leaders to work together to address these issues and ensure the safety and well-being of all residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Shelby County violent crime is 31.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Shelby County property crime is 42.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Shelby, Texas does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Nacogdoches, Texas. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Nacogdoches, Texas. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.