Is Bolingbrook or Fort Worth Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Bolingbrook is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 76/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 961 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 70% lower. Bolingbrook has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Bolingbrook has a 82% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 13.4x 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 | Bolingbrook | Fort Worth | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 961.2 | 3,158.5 | -2,197.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 182.0 | 458.7 | -276.7 |
| Murder Rate | 1.4 | 7.4 | -6.1 |
| Rape Rate | 44.5 | 55.2 | -10.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 17.5 | 72.6 | -55.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 118.6 | 323.1 | -204.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 779.2 | 2,699.8 | -1,920.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 241.3 | 344.6 | -103.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 436.8 | 1,841.9 | -1,405.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 101.1 | 513.4 | -412.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bolingbrook or Fort Worth safer?
Bolingbrook is safer with a total crime rate of 961 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 70% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bolingbrook has a violent crime rate of 182.0 per 100K while Fort Worth has 458.7. Bolingbrook has lower violent crime.
About Bolingbrook, IL
Bolingbrook, a large suburb southwest of Chicago, grew rapidly in the latter half of the 20th century. It is known for having a diverse population and its distinctive "Flying B" logo. With a safety score of 76/100 and a population coverage of 74,177, Bolingbrook has a total crime rate of 961.2 per 100,000 residents.
About Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth, a city where the West begins, boasts a rich cattle drive history evident in the Stockyards National Historic District. Located in North Central Texas, it's a populous city within the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metropolitan area. With a safety score of 17/100 and a population coverage of 997,476, Fort Worth has a total crime rate of 3,158.5 per 100,000 residents.