Is Batavia or Joliet Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Batavia is safer than Joliet (Safety Score 80/100 vs 53/100), with a total crime rate of 843 per 100,000 versus 1,595 for Joliet — 47% lower. Batavia has lower rates in 6 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Batavia has a 78% lower rate.
Note: Joliet is 5.7x 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 | Batavia | Joliet | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 843.3 | 1,594.6 | -751.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 91.6 | 350.0 | -258.4 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 26.7 | 48.5 | -21.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 7.6 | 35.2 | -27.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 57.2 | 266.3 | -209.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 751.7 | 1,244.6 | -492.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 194.6 | 389.9 | -195.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 530.4 | 704.0 | -173.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 26.7 | 150.8 | -124.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Batavia or Joliet safer?
Batavia is safer with a total crime rate of 843 per 100K vs 1,595 for Joliet — a 47% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Batavia has a violent crime rate of 91.6 per 100K while Joliet has 350.0. Batavia has lower violent crime.
About Batavia, IL
Batavia, the "First City of Light," is a Fox River community in Kane County, home to Fermilab and a population around 26,000. Its historic downtown features the Batavia Depot Museum. With a safety score of 80/100 and a population coverage of 26,208, Batavia has a total crime rate of 843.3 per 100,000 residents.
About Joliet, IL
Joliet, a former steel town on the Des Plaines River, boasts the historic Rialto Square Theatre. This city southwest of Chicago has a diverse population, with a significant Hispanic community. With a safety score of 53/100 and a population coverage of 150,569, Joliet has a total crime rate of 1,594.6 per 100,000 residents.