Is Aurora or Littleton Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Littleton is safer than Aurora (Safety Score 24/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 2,732 per 100,000 versus 4,053 for Aurora — 33% lower. Aurora has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Littleton has a 78% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 9.0x 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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Littleton — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Aurora | Littleton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,052.5 | 2,731.7 | +1,320.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 948.6 | 213.3 | +735.3 |
| Murder Rate | 10.3 | 2.3 | +8.0 |
| Rape Rate | 73.4 | 77.1 | -3.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 136.2 | 34.0 | +102.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 727.9 | 99.8 | +628.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,103.9 | 2,518.4 | +585.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 371.2 | 349.4 | +21.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,836.1 | 1,654.0 | +182.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 896.6 | 515.0 | +381.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Littleton safer?
Littleton is safer with a total crime rate of 2,732 per 100K vs 4,053 for Aurora — a 33% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 948.6 per 100K while Littleton has 213.3. Littleton 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 Littleton, CO
Littleton, CO, incorporated in 1890, grew along the South Platte River, historically a gold rush supply hub. This Denver suburb of over 45,000 residents lies just south of the city, at the foothills of the Rockies. With a safety score of 24/100 and a population coverage of 44,076, Littleton has a total crime rate of 2,731.7 per 100,000 residents.