Is Aurora or Hickory Hills Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Hickory Hills is safer than Aurora (Safety Score 69/100 vs 54/100), with a total crime rate of 1,124 per 100,000 versus 1,573 for Aurora — 29% lower. Aurora has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Hickory Hills has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 12.5x 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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Hickory Hills — 5-Year Trend
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Aurora, IL
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Aurora | Hickory Hills | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 1,124.2 | +449.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 87.6 | +189.1 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 0.0 | +0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 21.9 | +36.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 7.3 | +30.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 58.4 | +120.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 1,036.6 | +260.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 58.4 | +204.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 868.7 | -103.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 109.5 | +159.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Hickory Hills safer?
Hickory Hills is safer with a total crime rate of 1,124 per 100K vs 1,573 for Aurora — a 29% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Hickory Hills has 87.6. Hickory Hills 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 Hickory Hills, IL
Hickory Hills, a southwestern suburb of Chicago, is known for its annual Hickory Hills Street Fair. This community, primarily residential, has a population of around 14,000. With a safety score of 69/100 and a population coverage of 13,699, Hickory Hills has a total crime rate of 1,124.2 per 100,000 residents.