As Halloween approaches, families across North Texas are planning costumes, candy routes and neighborhood gatherings. But for many parents, safety remains the top concern.
A new national study from SafeHome.org offers some reassuring news for Collin County residents: three of its largest cities, Frisco, McKinney and Plano, rank among the safest places in the country for trick-or-treating this year.
A Data-Driven Look At Halloween Safety
SafeHome.org analyzed 154 U.S. cities using the latest crime, traffic and law enforcement data to determine where families can enjoy a worry-free night of fun. The study considered factors such as violent and property crime rates, registered sex offender counts, pedestrian fatalities and police staffing levels.
Frisco landed at No. 5 nationwide, McKinney came in at No. 9 and Plano ranked No. 22. Each city stood out for low crime rates, strong police presence and pedestrian safety, key ingredients for a safe Halloween environment.
Frisco Leads The Region
Frisco’s ranking at No. 5 places it among the top-performing cities nationwide. The city reports just 10.1 violent crimes and 100.3 property crimes per 10,000 residents, with only 1.4 registered sex offenders per 10,000 and an average of 0.1 pedestrian fatalities annually. Those figures, paired with 15.4 law enforcement officers per 10,000 residents, underscore Frisco’s commitment to public safety.
McKinney And Plano Also Shine
McKinney, ranked ninth, reflects similar trends. With 11.7 violent crimes and 81.5 property crimes per 10,000 residents, along with 14.6 officers and 0.1 pedestrian fatalities per 10,000 annually, the city continues to be a model of safety and community engagement…