Is Lombard or Weatherford Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Weatherford is safer than Lombard (Safety Score 49/100 vs 49/100), with a total crime rate of 1,712 per 100,000 versus 1,717 for Lombard — 0% lower. Lombard has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lombard has a 100% lower rate.
Lombard — 5-Year Trend
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Weatherford — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Lombard | Weatherford | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,716.5 | 1,712.3 | +4.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 117.0 | 171.7 | -54.7 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 2.5 | -2.5 |
| Rape Rate | 39.0 | 49.1 | -10.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 25.2 | 9.8 | +15.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 52.8 | 110.4 | -57.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,599.5 | 1,540.5 | +59.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 181.3 | 139.8 | +41.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,356.3 | 1,297.7 | +58.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 62.0 | 103.0 | -41.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lombard or Weatherford safer?
Weatherford is safer with a total crime rate of 1,712 per 100K vs 1,717 for Lombard — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lombard has a violent crime rate of 117.0 per 100K while Weatherford has 171.7. Lombard 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 Weatherford, TX
Weatherford, the "Watermelon Capital of the World," is a city in Parker County, Texas, known for its historic downtown and annual Peach Festival. It sits west of Fort Worth, with a population exceeding 36,000. With a safety score of 49/100 and a population coverage of 40,765, Weatherford has a total crime rate of 1,712.3 per 100,000 residents.