Neighborhood Crime Report
Southside
Reading, PA
B-

Crime Score

Average crime

Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault 144
44% above avg
Robbery 140
40% above avg
Burglary 160
60% above avg
Larceny/Theft 167
67% above avg
Vehicle Theft 159
59% above avg
Demographics
$66,566
Average Home
$37,671
Average Income
7,482
Population
31.0
Average Age
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Crime Level
Low High
Southside Details

Southside, Reading Crime Information

Reading, PA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

B-

Southside

Reading, PA

Crime Score: B- – Average crime

Updated today at 5:26pm
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7,482
Population
$37,671
Median Income
$66,566
Median Home Value
31.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 144
Robbery 140
Burglary 160
Larceny/Theft 167
Vehicle Theft 159

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$66,566
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
44.8%
Renter Occupied
55.2%

Cost of Living

26% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -23%
🛒 Food & Groceries -24%
🚗 Transportation -26%
🏥 Healthcare -26%
💡 Utilities -20%

Demographics

Education Level

39.4%
High School+
8.4%
Bachelor's+
3.3%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
45.7%
Black/African American
16.8%
Hispanic/Latino
59.4%
Asian
1.4%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
38° / 20°F
Summer (Jul)
85° / 63°F
🌧️
45.4"
Annual Rain
❄️
31.0"
Annual Snow

About Southside

Southside is a neighborhood located in Reading, PA. With a crime score of B-, this area has average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 7,482 residents with a median household income of $37,671.

Safety Tips

  • Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
  • Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
  • Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
  • Report suspicious activity to local authorities