Is Aurora or Norwalk Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Aurora is safer than Norwalk (Safety Score 54/100 vs 53/100), with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100,000 versus 1,592 for Norwalk — 1% lower. Aurora has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Norwalk has a 100% lower rate.
Aurora — 5-Year Trend
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Aurora, IL
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Aurora | Norwalk | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 1,591.6 | -18.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 87.1 | +189.6 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 0.0 | +0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 16.1 | +42.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 16.1 | +21.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 52.7 | +126.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 1,504.5 | -207.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 244.1 | +18.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 1,098.0 | -332.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 162.4 | +106.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Norwalk safer?
Aurora is safer with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100K vs 1,592 for Norwalk — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Norwalk has 87.1. Norwalk 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 Norwalk, CT
Norwalk, a coastal city in Fairfield County, Connecticut, was once a major oyster producer. Situated on Long Island Sound, its population is diverse, with a notable Hispanic community. With a safety score of 53/100 and a population coverage of 92,987, Norwalk has a total crime rate of 1,591.6 per 100,000 residents.