Is Indianapolis or Mccordsville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Mccordsville is safer than Indianapolis (Safety Score 73/100 vs 7/100), with a total crime rate of 1,032 per 100,000 versus 4,214 for Indianapolis — 76% lower. Indianapolis has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Mccordsville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Indianapolis is 73.0x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Indianapolis, IN?
Indianapolis — 5-Year Trend
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Mccordsville — 2-Year Trend
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Indianapolis, IN
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Indianapolis | Mccordsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,214.4 | 1,032.1 | +3,182.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 878.3 | 270.3 | +608.0 |
| Murder Rate | 20.0 | 0.0 | +20.0 |
| Rape Rate | 59.2 | 8.2 | +51.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 143.2 | 0.0 | +143.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 655.6 | 262.1 | +393.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,336.1 | 761.8 | +2,574.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 517.9 | 16.4 | +501.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,072.1 | 663.5 | +1,408.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 746.1 | 81.9 | +664.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Indianapolis or Mccordsville safer?
Mccordsville is safer with a total crime rate of 1,032 per 100K vs 4,214 for Indianapolis — a 76% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Indianapolis has a violent crime rate of 878.3 per 100K while Mccordsville has 270.3. Mccordsville has lower violent crime.
About Indianapolis, IN
About Mccordsville, IN
McCordsville, a growing town in Hancock County, Indiana, was founded in 1865 by James McCord. Situated northeast of Indianapolis, it has seen significant residential development while retaining a rural feel. With a safety score of 73/100 and a population coverage of 12,208, Mccordsville has a total crime rate of 1,032.1 per 100,000 residents.