Oklahoma is known for its vast expanses of land and the independent-minded people, as well as the many friendly small towns. Although crime exists in even the most unlikely jurisdictions, some Oklahoma towns are known to have the least amount of crime, secure neighborhoods, and a calm environment. To anyone interested in safe areas to live in the Sooner State, below are some of the relativity-safe and quiet communities in Oklahoma.
Noble
The town of Noble is situated a little south of Oklahoma City and therefore ensures safety and security for its inhabitants. The latest reporting year was the same, with Noble reporting 95 violent crimes per 100000 residents, while the average for the state is 449 per 100000. The rates of property crimes are also relatively low, being committed at a rate per one thousand residents that is one-third that of other towns in Oklahoma. Given this, Noble can offer the inhabitants relatively easy and fast access to the Oklahoma City metro area for utility services, while at the same time preserving the ambiance of a small town. Idea 3 Developing Families: Families with growing children value Noble’s small school's student-teacher ratios and community activities such as the Noble Pioneer Day celebrations.
Glenpool
Just southern of Tulsa there is Glenpool – the town that is already considered to be developing very fast. Currently, with the population growth, Glenpool has been able to ensure that cases of crime are very few. Individual violent crimes are approximately one-quarter the state average, and the rate of property crimes is about half the Oklahoma levels. Currently, the community is composed of several residential sub-divisions of single detached homes and the majority of the occupants here own their properties. With a fast-growing retail sector and several new shopping centers and restaurants, this is a very nice place to live. They can swim or spend their time in playgrounds or engage in sports such as baseball or fishing among other facilities for families. This way the city leaders have ensured that the city grows in the right manner without losing its small-town feel, which makes Glenpool one of Oklahoma’s safest cities.
Piedmont
If such qualities are what you look for in a bedroom community, one that is close enough to Oklahoma City to allow you to take advantage of all it has to offer but far enough to provide the safety and serenity of a small town, then Piedmont is right up your alley. Essentially within Canadian County and located northwest of Oklahoma City proper, Piedmont has the services of police and fire departments to protect the approximately 6,000 residents. It is also important to note that crime rates continue to remain significantly low and below the state average for both violent and property crimes. New parks exist as Piedmont Creek Park and walking trails contribute to an active way of living and events such as summer concerts ensure neighbors interact more frequently. The school district also offers quality academic and arts education to students as a part of its curriculum. Regardless of whether one is interested in a ‘project’ home in one of the city’s more mature neighborhoods, or a home that has never been occupied in one of the new, family-oriented subdivisions that are being developed in Piedmont, security of tenure is assured.
Ponca City
Ponca City is a city in northern Oklahoma and is one of the sleepier and safer cities, where the oil industry is a major part of the economy but the people retain their Midwestern friendliness. Violent crime is less than one-third of the Oklahoma average and property crime also rates below the Oklahoma average. Employment in oil companies provides stability for residents along with supportive community projects such as the Ponca City Foundation’s Community Health Screening. The local police and sheriff’s department can use technology platforms to engage the public and inform them of any emergent threats and safety concerns. That is why events such as the Poncan Theatre art house movie series which has existed for many years in Ponca City, provide a population of approximately 25000 people with employment as well as leisure. The youths are also well catered for in the Marland Mansion fine arts center and other schools for the children turn out to be acclaimed. The end product is the continued absence of violent conflict, which is deeply integrated into the Ponca City community.
