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Is Bolingbrook or Waltham Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Waltham is safer than Bolingbrook (Safety Score 77/100 vs 76/100), with a total crime rate of 951 per 100,000 versus 961 for Bolingbrook — 1% lower. Bolingbrook has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Bolingbrook has a 28% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Bolingbrook, IL?
Bolingbrook — 5-Year Trend
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Waltham — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Bolingbrook | Waltham | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 961.2 | 951.3 | +9.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 182.0 | 252.0 | -70.0 |
| Murder Rate | 1.4 | 1.5 | -0.2 |
| Rape Rate | 44.5 | 18.3 | +26.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 17.5 | 22.9 | -5.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 118.6 | 209.2 | -90.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 779.2 | 699.4 | +79.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 241.3 | 125.2 | +116.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 436.8 | 519.2 | -82.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 101.1 | 55.0 | +46.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Bolingbrook, IL to Waltham, MA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bolingbrook or Waltham safer?
Waltham is safer with a total crime rate of 951 per 100K vs 961 for Bolingbrook — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bolingbrook has a violent crime rate of 182.0 per 100K while Waltham has 252.0. 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 Waltham, MA
Waltham, "Watch City," is a historic industrial suburb of Boston along the Charles River. Home to Brandeis University, its diverse population includes a significant immigrant community. With a safety score of 77/100 and a population coverage of 65,488, Waltham has a total crime rate of 951.3 per 100,000 residents.