Is Antioch or Aurora Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Antioch is safer than Aurora (Safety Score 90/100 vs 54/100), with a total crime rate of 570 per 100,000 versus 1,573 for Aurora — 64% lower. Antioch has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Antioch has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 11.4x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Antioch | Aurora | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 570.2 | 1,573.4 | -1,003.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 40.3 | 276.7 | -236.4 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.6 | -0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 13.4 | 58.6 | -45.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 6.7 | 37.5 | -30.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 20.1 | 178.8 | -158.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 530.0 | 1,296.7 | -766.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 40.3 | 262.6 | -222.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 436.0 | 765.6 | -329.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 53.7 | 268.5 | -214.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Antioch or Aurora safer?
Antioch is safer with a total crime rate of 570 per 100K vs 1,573 for Aurora — a 64% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Antioch has a violent crime rate of 40.3 per 100K while Aurora has 276.7. Antioch has lower violent crime.
About Antioch, IL
Antioch, Illinois, a village in Lake County, sits near the Wisconsin border, shaped by its proximity to the Chain O'Lakes. Originally named "Oakland," it was renamed in 1843, reflecting its early religious settler influence. With a safety score of 90/100 and a population coverage of 14,907, Antioch has a total crime rate of 570.2 per 100,000 residents.
About Aurora, IL
Aurora, Illinois, "City of Lights," was the first in the U.S. to light its streets with electricity. Situated along the Fox River, it's the second-most populous city in Illinois. With a safety score of 54/100 and a population coverage of 170,585, Aurora has a total crime rate of 1,573.4 per 100,000 residents.