Is Lafayette or Shreveport Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Shreveport is safer than Lafayette (Safety Score 3/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 5,220 per 100,000 versus 5,414 for Lafayette — 4% lower. Lafayette has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lafayette has a 45% lower rate.
Lafayette — 5-Year Trend
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Shreveport — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Lafayette | Shreveport | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,413.6 | 5,220.1 | +193.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,066.1 | 1,229.6 | -163.5 |
| Murder Rate | 14.8 | 26.8 | -12.0 |
| Rape Rate | 33.8 | 83.4 | -49.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 69.2 | 80.0 | -10.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 948.4 | 1,038.3 | -89.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,347.5 | 3,990.5 | +357.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 661.1 | 781.3 | -120.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,227.9 | 2,628.9 | +599.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 458.6 | 580.3 | -121.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lafayette or Shreveport safer?
Shreveport is safer with a total crime rate of 5,220 per 100K vs 5,414 for Lafayette — a 4% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lafayette has a violent crime rate of 1,066.1 per 100K while Shreveport has 1,229.6. Lafayette has lower violent crime.
About Lafayette, LA
Lafayette, at the heart of Acadiana, is a vibrant hub of Cajun and Creole culture, known for its lively music and food scene. Situated along the Vermilion River, it's the most populous city in the Lafayette metropolitan area. With a safety score of 3/100 and a population coverage of 121,471, Lafayette has a total crime rate of 5,413.6 per 100,000 residents.
About Shreveport, LA
Shreveport, a major city in Northwest Louisiana, sits on the Red River. Historically a river port known for its ties to the oil industry, it's a diverse city with a significant African American population. With a safety score of 3/100 and a population coverage of 175,092, Shreveport has a total crime rate of 5,220.1 per 100,000 residents.