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Is Forest Hill or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Forest Hill is safer than New York City (Safety Score 48/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,743 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 43% lower. Forest Hill has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Forest Hill has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 583.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Forest Hill, TX?
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New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Forest Hill | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,742.8 | 3,039.7 | -1,296.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 175.7 | 671.4 | -495.7 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 3.9 | -3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 28.1 | 23.4 | +4.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 63.3 | 187.5 | -124.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 84.3 | 456.2 | -371.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,567.1 | 2,368.3 | -801.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 281.1 | 154.7 | +126.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 723.8 | 2,015.0 | -1,291.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 562.2 | 198.5 | +363.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Forest Hill or New York City safer?
Forest Hill is safer with a total crime rate of 1,743 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 43% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Forest Hill has a violent crime rate of 175.7 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Forest Hill has lower violent crime.
About Forest Hill, TX
Forest Hill, once a stop on the Interurban railway, is a suburban community in Tarrant County. It lies just southeast of Fort Worth, with a population of over 13,000 residents. With a safety score of 48/100 and a population coverage of 14,230, Forest Hill has a total crime rate of 1,742.8 per 100,000 residents.
About New York City, NY
New York City, a global financial hub, sits at the mouth of the Hudson River. Home to the iconic Statue of Liberty, its five boroughs house over 8 million people, making it the most populous city in the United States. With a safety score of 19/100 and a population coverage of 8,299,271, New York City has a total crime rate of 3,039.7 per 100,000 residents.