Is Fayetteville or Sherwood Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Sherwood is safer than Fayetteville (Safety Score 27/100 vs 23/100), with a total crime rate of 2,571 per 100,000 versus 2,795 for Fayetteville — 8% lower. Fayetteville has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Sherwood has a 61% lower rate.
Note: Fayetteville is 3.1x 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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Fayetteville, AR
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fayetteville | Sherwood | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,794.7 | 2,570.5 | +224.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 423.7 | 635.1 | -211.4 |
| Murder Rate | 7.7 | 3.0 | +4.7 |
| Rape Rate | 52.8 | 33.1 | +19.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 26.9 | 39.1 | -12.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 336.3 | 559.9 | -223.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,371.1 | 1,935.4 | +435.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 228.7 | 286.0 | -57.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,944.5 | 1,453.8 | +490.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 197.9 | 195.7 | +2.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fayetteville or Sherwood safer?
Sherwood is safer with a total crime rate of 2,571 per 100K vs 2,795 for Fayetteville — a 8% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fayetteville has a violent crime rate of 423.7 per 100K while Sherwood has 635.1. Fayetteville has lower violent crime.
About Fayetteville, AR
Fayetteville, Arkansas, nestled in the Ozark Mountains, is home to the University of Arkansas and a vibrant arts scene. Its population of over 95,000 residents enjoys a mix of urban amenities and natural beauty. With a safety score of 23/100 and a population coverage of 104,089, Fayetteville has a total crime rate of 2,794.7 per 100,000 residents.
About Sherwood, AR
Sherwood, Arkansas, a suburb north of Little Rock, was once known as Jacksonville-Little Rock Road. This Pulaski County city is home to over 32,000 residents. With a safety score of 27/100 and a population coverage of 33,223, Sherwood has a total crime rate of 2,570.5 per 100,000 residents.