Is Fort Worth or Morrisville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Morrisville is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 28/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,533 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 20% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Morrisville has a 78% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 30.8x 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 | Morrisville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 2,532.8 | +625.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 99.0 | +359.7 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 3.1 | +4.3 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 6.2 | +49.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 30.9 | +41.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 58.8 | +264.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 2,433.8 | +266.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 151.5 | +193.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 2,099.8 | -258.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 182.5 | +330.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Morrisville safer?
Morrisville is safer with a total crime rate of 2,533 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 20% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Morrisville has 99.0. Morrisville 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 Morrisville, NC
Morrisville, a rapidly growing suburb in Wake County, was once a stop along the North Carolina Railroad. Its location near Research Triangle Park has attracted a diverse, educated population. With a safety score of 28/100 and a population coverage of 32,336, Morrisville has a total crime rate of 2,532.8 per 100,000 residents.