Is Duncanville or Fort Worth Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Duncanville is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 27/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,586 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 18% lower. Duncanville has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Duncanville has a 33% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 25.6x 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 | Duncanville | Fort Worth | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,586.1 | 3,158.5 | -572.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 308.2 | 458.7 | -150.5 |
| Murder Rate | 7.7 | 7.4 | +0.3 |
| Rape Rate | 23.1 | 55.2 | -32.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 82.2 | 72.6 | +9.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 195.2 | 323.1 | -127.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,277.9 | 2,699.8 | -421.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 444.3 | 344.6 | +99.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,271.2 | 1,841.9 | -570.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 562.4 | 513.4 | +49.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Duncanville or Fort Worth safer?
Duncanville is safer with a total crime rate of 2,586 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 18% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Duncanville has a violent crime rate of 308.2 per 100K while Fort Worth has 458.7. Duncanville has lower violent crime.
About Duncanville, TX
Duncanville, a Dallas suburb and "City of Champions" known for its high school athletics, sits in northern Texas. Its diverse population enjoys proximity to major metropolitan amenities within a largely residential community. With a safety score of 27/100 and a population coverage of 38,939, Duncanville has a total crime rate of 2,586.1 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.