Is Gilbert or Port St. Lucie Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Port St. Lucie is safer than Gilbert (Safety Score 94/100 vs 71/100), with a total crime rate of 451 per 100,000 versus 1,101 for Gilbert — 59% lower. Gilbert has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Gilbert has a 69% lower rate.
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Port St. Lucie — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Gilbert | Port St. Lucie | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,100.8 | 450.5 | +650.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 132.6 | 70.2 | +62.4 |
| Murder Rate | 0.4 | 1.2 | -0.8 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 7.3 | +16.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 10.8 | 3.5 | +7.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 97.7 | 58.2 | +39.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 968.2 | 380.3 | +587.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 79.6 | 47.8 | +31.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 826.2 | 330.9 | +495.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 62.3 | 1.5 | +60.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gilbert or Port St. Lucie safer?
Port St. Lucie is safer with a total crime rate of 451 per 100K vs 1,101 for Gilbert — a 59% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Gilbert has a violent crime rate of 132.6 per 100K while Port St. Lucie has 70.2. Port St. Lucie has lower violent crime.
About Gilbert, AZ
Gilbert, once known as the "Hay Shipping Capital of the World," is a large town in Maricopa County. It's among the most populous incorporated towns in the U.S., experiencing rapid growth and a youthful demographic. With a safety score of 71/100 and a population coverage of 277,527, Gilbert has a total crime rate of 1,100.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Port St. Lucie, FL
Port St. Lucie, a planned community on Florida's Treasure Coast, grew rapidly in the early 2000s. It's home to the PGA Village and offers a suburban feel with a median age of around 42. With a safety score of 94/100 and a population coverage of 259,267, Port St. Lucie has a total crime rate of 450.5 per 100,000 residents.