Is Fort Worth or Lake Forest Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Lake Forest is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 87/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 646 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 80% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lake Forest has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 51.5x 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 | Fort Worth | Lake Forest | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 645.8 | +2,512.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 20.7 | +438.0 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 0.0 | +7.4 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 5.2 | +50.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 0.0 | +72.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 15.5 | +307.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 625.1 | +2,074.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 206.6 | +137.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 361.6 | +1,480.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 56.8 | +456.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Lake Forest safer?
Lake Forest is safer with a total crime rate of 646 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 80% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Lake Forest has 20.7. Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest, IL
Nestled on Chicago's North Shore, Lake Forest is an affluent suburban community home to esteemed institutions like Lake Forest College. Its tree-lined streets and historic mansions, many dating back to the late 19th century, reflect a long-standing commitment to preserving its architectural heritage. With a safety score of 87/100 and a population coverage of 19,357, Lake Forest has a total crime rate of 645.8 per 100,000 residents.