Is Aurora or Park Forest Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Aurora is safer than Park Forest (Safety Score 54/100 vs 47/100), with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100,000 versus 1,791 for Park Forest — 12% lower. Aurora has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Aurora has a 96% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 8.3x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Aurora | Park Forest | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 1,791.4 | -218.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 283.1 | -6.4 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 14.6 | -14.1 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 24.4 | +34.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 48.8 | -11.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 195.3 | -16.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 1,508.3 | -211.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 478.4 | -215.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 585.7 | +179.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 444.2 | -175.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Park Forest safer?
Aurora is safer with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100K vs 1,791 for Park Forest — a 12% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Park Forest has 283.1. Aurora 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 Park Forest, IL
Park Forest, a post-WWII planned community, is located in southern Cook County. It was one of the first suburbs designed with pedestrian-friendly green spaces and a cohesive town center. With a safety score of 47/100 and a population coverage of 20,487, Park Forest has a total crime rate of 1,791.4 per 100,000 residents.