Is Lakewood or Santa Fe Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Lakewood is safer than Santa Fe (Safety Score 2/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 5,884 per 100,000 versus 5,999 for Santa Fe — 2% lower. Lakewood has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lakewood has a 42% lower rate.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Lakewood | Santa Fe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,883.8 | 5,998.8 | -114.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 790.4 | 842.2 | -51.7 |
| Murder Rate | 2.6 | 4.5 | -1.9 |
| Rape Rate | 59.7 | 64.7 | -5.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 137.9 | 89.2 | +48.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 587.0 | 683.8 | -96.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 5,093.4 | 5,156.6 | -63.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 588.3 | 973.8 | -385.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,732.0 | 3,380.9 | +351.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 773.1 | 802.0 | -28.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lakewood or Santa Fe safer?
Lakewood is safer with a total crime rate of 5,884 per 100K vs 5,999 for Santa Fe — a 2% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lakewood has a violent crime rate of 790.4 per 100K while Santa Fe has 842.2. Lakewood has lower violent crime.
About Lakewood, CO
Lakewood, Colorado, a city of over 150,000 residents, emerged from the historic Villa Park, annexed in 1955. It spans a diverse landscape at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, west of Denver. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 155,868, Lakewood has a total crime rate of 5,883.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Santa Fe, NM
Nestled in the Sangre de Cristo foothills, Santa Fe, New Mexico, is the nation's oldest capital city. Its adobe architecture and vibrant arts scene reflect a unique blend of Native American, Hispanic, and Anglo cultures, drawing a diverse, often affluent, population. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 89,652, Santa Fe has a total crime rate of 5,998.8 per 100,000 residents.