Is London or Phoenix Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, London is safer than Phoenix (Safety Score 80/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 847 per 100,000 versus 3,125 for Phoenix — 73% lower. London has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where London has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Phoenix is 156.5x 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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London, OH
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | London | Phoenix | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 847.2 | 3,125.4 | -2,278.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 122.4 | 800.0 | -677.7 |
| Murder Rate | 9.4 | 8.4 | +1.1 |
| Rape Rate | 18.8 | 64.3 | -45.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 0.0 | 181.6 | -181.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 94.1 | 545.3 | -451.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 724.8 | 2,325.3 | -1,600.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 94.1 | 317.2 | -223.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 611.9 | 1,582.1 | -970.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 18.8 | 426.0 | -407.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is London or Phoenix safer?
London is safer with a total crime rate of 847 per 100K vs 3,125 for Phoenix — a 73% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
London has a violent crime rate of 122.4 per 100K while Phoenix has 800.0. London has lower violent crime.
About London, OH
London, Ohio, the county seat of Madison County, is a small city west of Columbus. It's known for its annual London Strawberry Festival and sits in a predominantly rural agricultural region. With a safety score of 80/100 and a population coverage of 10,623, London has a total crime rate of 847.2 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.