Is Colorado Springs or Lakewood Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Colorado Springs is safer than Lakewood (Safety Score 8/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 4,167 per 100,000 versus 5,884 for Lakewood — 29% lower. Colorado Springs has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lakewood has a 67% lower rate.
Note: Colorado Springs is 3.2x 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 | Colorado Springs | Lakewood | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,167.1 | 5,883.8 | -1,716.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 718.3 | 790.4 | -72.2 |
| Murder Rate | 7.7 | 2.6 | +5.2 |
| Rape Rate | 101.3 | 59.7 | +41.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 77.5 | 137.9 | -60.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 529.0 | 587.0 | -58.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,448.8 | 5,093.4 | -1,644.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 529.8 | 588.3 | -58.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,227.4 | 3,732.0 | -1,504.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 691.6 | 773.1 | -81.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Colorado Springs or Lakewood safer?
Colorado Springs is safer with a total crime rate of 4,167 per 100K vs 5,884 for Lakewood — a 29% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Colorado Springs has a violent crime rate of 718.3 per 100K while Lakewood has 790.4. Colorado Springs has lower violent crime.
About Colorado Springs, CO
Nestled at the foot of Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs is a city with a strong military presence, home to the U.S. Air Force Academy. Its population of over 480,000 residents enjoys a high desert climate. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 491,474, Colorado Springs has a total crime rate of 4,167.1 per 100,000 residents.
About Lakewood, CO
Lakewood, Colorado, a city of over 150,000 residents, emerged from the historic Villa Park, annexed in 1955. It spans a diverse landscape at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, west of Denver. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 155,868, Lakewood has a total crime rate of 5,883.8 per 100,000 residents.