Moving from Longwood, FL to Port St. Lucie, FL?
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Is Longwood or Port St. Lucie Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Port St. Lucie is safer than Longwood (Safety Score 94/100 vs 53/100), with a total crime rate of 451 per 100,000 versus 1,607 for Longwood — 72% lower. Longwood has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Longwood has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Port St. Lucie is 15.0x 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 Longwood, FL?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Longwood | Port St. Lucie | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,607.1 | 450.5 | +1,156.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 242.8 | 70.2 | +172.6 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 1.2 | -1.2 |
| Rape Rate | 17.3 | 7.3 | +10.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 52.0 | 3.5 | +48.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 173.4 | 58.2 | +115.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,364.3 | 380.3 | +984.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 196.6 | 47.8 | +148.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,104.2 | 330.9 | +773.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 63.6 | 1.5 | +62.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Longwood, FL to Port St. Lucie, FL?
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 Longwood or Port St. Lucie safer?
Port St. Lucie is safer with a total crime rate of 451 per 100K vs 1,607 for Longwood — a 72% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Longwood has a violent crime rate of 242.8 per 100K while Port St. Lucie has 70.2. Port St. Lucie has lower violent crime.
About Longwood, FL
Longwood, Florida, once part of a land grant to the Florida East Coast Railway, is a Central Florida city in Seminole County. It’s known for its historic district and the presence of the Longwood Historic Society, reflecting a community with a strong sense of its past. With a safety score of 53/100 and a population coverage of 17,298, Longwood has a total crime rate of 1,607.1 per 100,000 residents.
About Port St. Lucie, FL
Port St. Lucie, a planned community on Florida's Treasure Coast, grew rapidly in the early 2000s. It's home to the PGA Village and offers a suburban feel with a median age of around 42. With a safety score of 94/100 and a population coverage of 259,267, Port St. Lucie has a total crime rate of 450.5 per 100,000 residents.