Is Aurora or Broomfield Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Broomfield is safer than Aurora (Safety Score 40/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 2,005 per 100,000 versus 4,053 for Aurora — 51% lower. Aurora has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Broomfield has a 88% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 5.1x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Aurora — 5-Year Trend
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Broomfield — 5-Year Trend
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Aurora, CO
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Aurora | Broomfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,052.5 | 2,005.3 | +2,047.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 948.6 | 149.4 | +799.2 |
| Murder Rate | 10.3 | 1.3 | +9.0 |
| Rape Rate | 73.4 | 31.9 | +41.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 136.2 | 20.4 | +115.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 727.9 | 94.5 | +633.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,103.9 | 1,855.8 | +1,248.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 371.2 | 204.4 | +166.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,836.1 | 1,411.4 | +424.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 896.6 | 240.1 | +656.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Broomfield safer?
Broomfield is safer with a total crime rate of 2,005 per 100K vs 4,053 for Aurora — a 51% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 948.6 per 100K while Broomfield has 149.4. Broomfield has lower violent crime.
About Aurora, CO
Aurora, Colorado, a large city spanning three counties, was originally founded in the 1880s as a dry community named Fletcher. It is now the third most populous city in Colorado, with a diverse suburban landscape east of Denver. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 397,852, Aurora has a total crime rate of 4,052.5 per 100,000 residents.
About Broomfield, CO
Broomfield, a planned community incorporated in 2001, is notable for being Colorado's only consolidated city and county. Situated between Denver and Boulder, it boasts a median age of around 38. With a safety score of 40/100 and a population coverage of 78,294, Broomfield has a total crime rate of 2,005.3 per 100,000 residents.