Is Greenwood Village or San Antonio Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, San Antonio is safer than Greenwood Village (Safety Score 3/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 5,219 per 100,000 versus 6,614 for Greenwood Village — 21% lower. Greenwood Village has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Greenwood Village has a 45% lower rate.
Note: San Antonio is 100.6x 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 | Greenwood Village | San Antonio | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 6,613.6 | 5,219.0 | +1,394.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 391.8 | 595.3 | -203.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 8.4 | -1.8 |
| Rape Rate | 86.3 | 83.7 | +2.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 59.8 | 108.4 | -48.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 239.0 | 393.7 | -154.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 6,221.8 | 4,623.6 | +1,598.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 491.4 | 495.6 | -4.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 4,927.0 | 3,291.8 | +1,635.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 803.5 | 836.3 | -32.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Greenwood Village or San Antonio safer?
San Antonio is safer with a total crime rate of 5,219 per 100K vs 6,614 for Greenwood Village — a 21% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Greenwood Village has a violent crime rate of 391.8 per 100K while San Antonio has 595.3. Greenwood Village has lower violent crime.
About Greenwood Village, CO
Greenwood Village, a Denver suburb, is known for its upscale residences and corporate parks, including the Denver Tech Center. Located south of downtown, it's a relatively affluent community with a median household income significantly above the state average. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 15,060, Greenwood Village has a total crime rate of 6,613.6 per 100,000 residents.
About San Antonio, TX
San Antonio, a South Texas city famed for the Alamo, sits along the Balcones Escarpment. Its population is predominantly Hispanic, reflecting a rich blend of cultures. With a safety score of 3/100 and a population coverage of 1,514,458, San Antonio has a total crime rate of 5,219.0 per 100,000 residents.