Is Fort Worth or Southfield Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Southfield is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 21/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,913 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 8% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Southfield has a 82% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 13.2x 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 | Southfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 2,913.0 | +245.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 493.0 | -34.4 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 1.3 | +6.1 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 59.6 | -4.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 39.8 | +32.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 392.3 | -69.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 2,420.0 | +279.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 405.6 | -61.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 1,467.1 | +374.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 547.4 | -34.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Southfield safer?
Southfield is safer with a total crime rate of 2,913 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 8% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Southfield has 493.0. Fort Worth 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 Southfield, MI
Southfield, a Detroit suburb, is home to the landmark "Golden Triangle" of office buildings. Its diverse population has grown significantly since the mid-20th century, with many residents commuting to neighboring communities. With a safety score of 21/100 and a population coverage of 75,454, Southfield has a total crime rate of 2,913.0 per 100,000 residents.