Is Fort Worth or North Aurora Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, North Aurora is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 74/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,012 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 68% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where North Aurora has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 51.7x 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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Fort Worth, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fort Worth | North Aurora | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 1,011.6 | +2,146.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 140.1 | +318.6 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 0.0 | +7.4 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 93.4 | -38.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 10.4 | +62.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 31.1 | +292.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 871.6 | +1,828.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 83.0 | +261.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 715.9 | +1,125.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 72.6 | +440.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or North Aurora safer?
North Aurora is safer with a total crime rate of 1,012 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 68% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while North Aurora has 140.1. North Aurora 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 North Aurora, IL
North Aurora, a Fox River community, grew significantly after the Chicago Aurora and Elgin Railroad arrived. This village of around 18,000 residents spans both sides of the river, primarily in Kane County. With a safety score of 74/100 and a population coverage of 19,276, North Aurora has a total crime rate of 1,011.6 per 100,000 residents.