Is Littleton or Phoenix Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Littleton is safer than Phoenix (Safety Score 24/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,732 per 100,000 versus 3,125 for Phoenix — 13% lower. Littleton has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Littleton has a 81% lower rate.
Note: Phoenix is 37.7x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Littleton | Phoenix | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,731.7 | 3,125.4 | -393.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 213.3 | 800.0 | -586.8 |
| Murder Rate | 2.3 | 8.4 | -6.1 |
| Rape Rate | 77.1 | 64.3 | +12.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 34.0 | 181.6 | -147.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 99.8 | 545.3 | -445.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,518.4 | 2,325.3 | +193.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 349.4 | 317.2 | +32.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,654.0 | 1,582.1 | +71.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 515.0 | 426.0 | +89.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Littleton or Phoenix safer?
Littleton is safer with a total crime rate of 2,732 per 100K vs 3,125 for Phoenix — a 13% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Littleton has a violent crime rate of 213.3 per 100K while Phoenix has 800.0. Littleton has lower violent crime.
About Littleton, CO
Littleton, CO, incorporated in 1890, grew along the South Platte River, historically a gold rush supply hub. This Denver suburb of over 45,000 residents lies just south of the city, at the foothills of the Rockies. With a safety score of 24/100 and a population coverage of 44,076, Littleton has a total crime rate of 2,731.7 per 100,000 residents.
About Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, Arizona, the "Valley of the Sun," is a sprawling desert metropolis with a rich Native American heritage, including the Hohokam people. It's the fifth-largest city in the United States by population, experiencing rapid growth in recent decades. With a safety score of 17/100 and a population coverage of 1,662,809, Phoenix has a total crime rate of 3,125.4 per 100,000 residents.