Is Aurora or Irvine Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Irvine is safer than Aurora (Safety Score 57/100 vs 54/100), with a total crime rate of 1,474 per 100,000 versus 1,573 for Aurora — 6% lower. Aurora has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Irvine has a 70% lower rate.
Aurora — 5-Year Trend
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Irvine — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Aurora | Irvine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 1,473.7 | +99.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 84.0 | +192.7 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 1.6 | -1.0 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 13.3 | +45.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 22.1 | +15.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 47.0 | +131.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 1,389.7 | -93.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 197.9 | +64.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 1,122.0 | -356.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 69.8 | +198.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Irvine safer?
Irvine is safer with a total crime rate of 1,474 per 100K vs 1,573 for Aurora — a 6% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Irvine has 84.0. Irvine 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 Irvine, CA
Irvine, a master-planned community developed by the Irvine Company, is home to a large Asian population and the University of California, Irvine. Located in Orange County, it features extensive green spaces and business parks. With a safety score of 57/100 and a population coverage of 316,764, Irvine has a total crime rate of 1,473.7 per 100,000 residents.