Is Irving or Lexington Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Irving is safer than Lexington (Safety Score 29/100 vs 28/100), with a total crime rate of 2,475 per 100,000 versus 2,536 for Lexington — 2% lower. Irving has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lexington has a 33% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Irving, TX?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Irving | Lexington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,474.6 | 2,536.4 | -61.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 275.8 | 262.0 | +13.8 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 5.0 | +2.4 |
| Rape Rate | 53.6 | 51.7 | +1.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 57.1 | 79.5 | -22.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 157.3 | 125.9 | +31.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,198.8 | 2,274.4 | -75.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 250.1 | 264.8 | -14.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,521.8 | 1,728.4 | -206.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 426.9 | 281.2 | +145.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Irving or Lexington safer?
Irving is safer with a total crime rate of 2,475 per 100K vs 2,536 for Lexington — a 2% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Irving has a violent crime rate of 275.8 per 100K while Lexington has 262.0. Lexington has lower violent crime.
About Irving, TX
Irving, Texas, a principal city in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, is home to the Las Colinas urban development. Its diverse population reflects a blend of residential areas and significant corporate presences, including Fortune 500 companies. With a safety score of 29/100 and a population coverage of 257,460, Irving has a total crime rate of 2,474.6 per 100,000 residents.