Middlesbrough, Pueblo, Kentucky Cities Rank Among Most Dangerous in UK, US

Recent crime studies reveal several cities in the U.S. and the UK with notably high crime rates, highlighting complex urban safety challenges. Louisville, Kentucky, ranks 21st among America's 25 most dangerous cities, with violent and property crimes making it safer than only 3% of U.S. cities, according to U.S. News and World Report. Pueblo, Colorado, also appears on this list at 10th place, grappling with drug-related issues and poverty that contribute to its high crime rate. In England and Wales, Middlesbrough is identified as the most dangerous place with a crime rate of 158 offenses per 1,000 people, followed by Blackpool and parts of London, while Westminster's high crime figures are influenced by tourist-targeted offenses. In the UK Midlands, Leicester holds the highest crime rate adjusted for population, narrowly surpassing Birmingham, though both cities have seen recent declines. These findings underscore how crime varies widely within and between countries, influenced by socioeconomic factors, population density, and local law enforcement strategies.