Is Fort Worth or West Chester Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, West Chester is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 49/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,729 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 45% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where West Chester has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 15.7x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fort Worth | West Chester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 1,728.9 | +1,429.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 96.3 | +362.4 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 1.6 | +5.8 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 22.1 | +33.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 0.0 | +72.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 72.6 | +250.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 1,632.6 | +1,067.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 129.5 | +215.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 1,356.3 | +485.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 146.8 | +366.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or West Chester safer?
West Chester is safer with a total crime rate of 1,729 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 45% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while West Chester has 96.3. West Chester 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 West Chester, OH
West Chester, Ohio, a suburb north of Cincinnati, saw significant growth in the late 20th century. Home to the National Voice of America Museum of Broadcasting, it boasts a diverse population exceeding 60,000. With a safety score of 49/100 and a population coverage of 63,335, West Chester has a total crime rate of 1,728.9 per 100,000 residents.