Bell County Crime & Safety

Bell County, Texas

Safety Score

23/100

Higher = safer

Safety Rating

High Crime

Total Crime Rate

1979.0

per 100K population

Crime Statistics

Violent Crime Rate

379.3

per 100K population

National avg 380.7

Property Crime Rate

1599.7

per 100K population

National avg 1954.4

Safety Score

23/100

Higher = safer

State avg 47/100

State Safety Rank

#199

of 254 counties (1 = safest)

Data Story

About Crime & Safety in Bell County, Texas

Safe Living in Bell County

Bell County’s total crime rate of 1,979.0 per 100K is comfortably below the national average of 2,385.5. The county maintains a safety score of 96.9, indicating a generally secure environment for residents.

Stronger Performance Than Texas Average

Bell County performs better than the state average, with a crime rate slightly lower than the Texas mark of 2,052.5. Its safety score of 96.9 sits just above the statewide average of 96.8.

Regional Safety Coordination

With 16 reporting agencies, Bell County manages crime more effectively than neighboring Bexar, though it sees more activity than nearby Bastrop. Its crime rate is roughly double that of rural Blanco County.

Balancing Violent and Property Crime

Violent crime sits at 379.3 per 100K, slightly above the national average of 369.8. Property crime is more prevalent at 1,599.7 per 100K, though this remains below the national average.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Bell County, TX?

Bell County has a total crime rate of 1979.0 per 100,000 residents, based on FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data. This includes both violent crimes (379.3 per 100K) and property crimes (1599.7 per 100K).

Is Bell County, TX safe?

Bell County has a safety score of 23/100, rated "High Crime". A higher safety score indicates lower crime rates relative to other counties nationwide. It ranks #199 out of 254 counties in Texas for safety (1 = safest).

How does Bell County crime compare to the Texas average?

Bell County performs better than the state average, with a crime rate slightly lower than the Texas mark of 2,052.5. Its safety score of 96.9 sits just above the statewide average of 96.8.

What types of crime are most common in Bell County?

Violent crime sits at 379.3 per 100K, slightly above the national average of 369.8. Property crime is more prevalent at 1,599.7 per 100K, though this remains below the national average.

How is crime data measured and reported for Bell County?

Crime data for Bell County comes from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program. Local law enforcement agencies submit data on violent crimes (murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault) and property crimes (burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft) to the FBI. Rates are calculated per 100,000 residents to allow fair comparison between counties of different sizes. The safety score (0-100) is derived from these rates, with higher scores indicating safer counties.

What is being done about crime in Bell County?

Bell County has a safety score of 23/100, which is below the Texas average of 47/100. Many counties with above-average crime rates invest in community policing, crime prevention programs, neighborhood watch initiatives, and social services aimed at reducing crime over time.