Moving from Indianapolis, IN to Whitestown, IN?
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Is Indianapolis or Whitestown Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Whitestown is safer than Indianapolis (Safety Score 56/100 vs 7/100), with a total crime rate of 1,518 per 100,000 versus 4,214 for Indianapolis — 64% lower. Indianapolis has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Whitestown has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Indianapolis is 63.2x 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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Whitestown — 4-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Indianapolis | Whitestown | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,214.4 | 1,518.1 | +2,696.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 878.3 | 205.7 | +672.6 |
| Murder Rate | 20.0 | 0.0 | +20.0 |
| Rape Rate | 59.2 | 7.1 | +52.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 143.2 | 21.3 | +121.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 655.6 | 177.3 | +478.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,336.1 | 1,312.3 | +2,023.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 517.9 | 63.8 | +454.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,072.1 | 1,170.5 | +901.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 746.1 | 78.0 | +668.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Indianapolis, IN to Whitestown, IN?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Indianapolis or Whitestown safer?
Whitestown is safer with a total crime rate of 1,518 per 100K vs 4,214 for Indianapolis — a 64% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Indianapolis has a violent crime rate of 878.3 per 100K while Whitestown has 205.7. Whitestown has lower violent crime.
About Indianapolis, IN
About Whitestown, IN
Whitestown, Indiana, once known as "New Germantown," is a rapidly growing town in Boone County. Its population has surged, with many residents commuting to Indianapolis, just a short drive south. This suburban community offers a mix of newer developments and established neighborhoods. With a safety score of 56/100 and a population coverage of 14,097, Whitestown has a total crime rate of 1,518.1 per 100,000 residents.