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Is Lombard or Naperville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Naperville is safer than Lombard (Safety Score 76/100 vs 49/100), with a total crime rate of 967 per 100,000 versus 1,717 for Lombard — 44% lower. Lombard has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lombard has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Naperville is 3.5x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Lombard, IL?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Lombard | Naperville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,716.5 | 967.3 | +749.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 117.0 | 83.7 | +33.3 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.7 | -0.7 |
| Rape Rate | 39.0 | 29.9 | +9.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 25.2 | 15.3 | +10.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 52.8 | 37.9 | +14.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,599.5 | 883.6 | +715.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 181.3 | 65.8 | +115.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,356.3 | 755.4 | +600.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 62.0 | 62.5 | -0.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Lombard, IL to Naperville, IL?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lombard or Naperville safer?
Naperville is safer with a total crime rate of 967 per 100K vs 1,717 for Lombard — a 44% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lombard has a violent crime rate of 117.0 per 100K while Naperville has 83.7. Naperville has lower violent crime.
About Lombard, IL
Lombard, "The Lilac Village," is a western suburb of Chicago in DuPage County. It's home to the historic Sheldon Peck Homestead and boasts a diverse population of over 46,000 residents. With a safety score of 49/100 and a population coverage of 43,576, Lombard has a total crime rate of 1,716.5 per 100,000 residents.
About Naperville, IL
Naperville, a large Chicago suburb, is home to the Riverwalk, a scenic parkway along the DuPage River. This affluent community boasts a highly educated population and a thriving economy, contributing to its reputation as a desirable place to live. With a safety score of 76/100 and a population coverage of 150,521, Naperville has a total crime rate of 967.3 per 100,000 residents.