Is Aurora or Fox Lake Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Aurora is safer than Fox Lake (Safety Score 54/100 vs 42/100), with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100,000 versus 1,944 for Fox Lake — 19% lower. Aurora has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Fox Lake has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 15.9x 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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Fox Lake — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Aurora | Fox Lake | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 1,944.4 | -371.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 251.2 | +25.5 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 0.0 | +0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 46.5 | +12.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 27.9 | +9.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 176.8 | +2.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 1,693.2 | -396.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 334.9 | -72.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 1,209.4 | -443.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 148.9 | +119.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Fox Lake safer?
Aurora is safer with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100K vs 1,944 for Fox Lake — a 19% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Fox Lake has 251.2. Fox Lake has lower violent crime.
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.
About Fox Lake, IL
Fox Lake, a village in Lake County, Illinois, is known for its Chain O'Lakes system. This popular boating destination was once a summer retreat accessible by train from Chicago. Its population is around 10,000 residents. With a safety score of 42/100 and a population coverage of 10,749, Fox Lake has a total crime rate of 1,944.4 per 100,000 residents.