Is Littleton or Shoreline Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Littleton is safer than Shoreline (Safety Score 24/100 vs 24/100), with a total crime rate of 2,732 per 100,000 versus 2,744 for Shoreline — 0% lower. Littleton has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Littleton has a 62% lower rate.
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Littleton, CO
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Littleton | Shoreline | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,731.7 | 2,744.5 | -12.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 213.3 | 212.1 | +1.2 |
| Murder Rate | 2.3 | 1.6 | +0.7 |
| Rape Rate | 77.1 | 38.6 | +38.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 34.0 | 90.0 | -56.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 99.8 | 82.0 | +17.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,518.4 | 2,532.4 | -14.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 349.4 | 486.9 | -137.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,654.0 | 1,513.6 | +140.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 515.0 | 531.9 | -16.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Littleton or Shoreline safer?
Littleton is safer with a total crime rate of 2,732 per 100K vs 2,744 for Shoreline — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Littleton has a violent crime rate of 213.3 per 100K while Shoreline has 212.1. Shoreline 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 Shoreline, WA
Shoreline, Washington, a suburban city north of Seattle, was once home to the Richmond Beach Saltwater Park. Its population, approaching 60,000, reflects a diverse blend of families and commuters. With a safety score of 24/100 and a population coverage of 62,234, Shoreline has a total crime rate of 2,744.5 per 100,000 residents.