Is Fort Worth or Greenwood Village Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Fort Worth is safer than Greenwood Village (Safety Score 17/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 3,158 per 100,000 versus 6,614 for Greenwood Village — 52% lower. Fort Worth has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where Fort Worth has a 57% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 66.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Fort Worth — 5-Year Trend
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Greenwood Village — 5-Year Trend
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Fort Worth, TX
Greenwood Village, CO
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fort Worth | Greenwood Village | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 6,613.6 | -3,455.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 391.8 | +66.9 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 6.6 | +0.8 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 86.3 | -31.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 59.8 | +12.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 239.0 | +84.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 6,221.8 | -3,522.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 491.4 | -146.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 4,927.0 | -3,085.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 803.5 | -290.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Greenwood Village safer?
Fort Worth is safer with a total crime rate of 3,158 per 100K vs 6,614 for Greenwood Village — a 52% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Greenwood Village has 391.8. Greenwood Village has lower violent crime.
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.
About Greenwood Village, CO
Greenwood Village, a Denver suburb, is known for its upscale residences and corporate parks, including the Denver Tech Center. Located south of downtown, it's a relatively affluent community with a median household income significantly above the state average. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 15,060, Greenwood Village has a total crime rate of 6,613.6 per 100,000 residents.