Is Northbrook or Rochester Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Rochester is safer than Northbrook (Safety Score 66/100 vs 66/100), with a total crime rate of 1,221 per 100,000 versus 1,226 for Northbrook — 0% lower. Northbrook has lower rates in 4 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Northbrook has a 100% lower rate.
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Northbrook, IL
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Northbrook | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,225.8 | 1,220.8 | +5.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 17.9 | 76.9 | -59.0 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 11.9 | 35.5 | -23.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 0.0 | 11.8 | -11.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 6.0 | 29.6 | -23.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,208.0 | 1,143.9 | +64.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 333.2 | 59.1 | +274.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 812.3 | 999.1 | -186.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 62.5 | 85.7 | -23.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northbrook or Rochester safer?
Rochester is safer with a total crime rate of 1,221 per 100K vs 1,226 for Northbrook — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Northbrook has a violent crime rate of 17.9 per 100K while Rochester has 76.9. Northbrook has lower violent crime.
About Northbrook, IL
Northbrook, a affluent Chicago suburb, is home to the Ed Rudolph Velodrome, a historic outdoor cycling track. Situated primarily within Cook County, its residents enjoy a high median household income. With a safety score of 66/100 and a population coverage of 33,610, Northbrook has a total crime rate of 1,225.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Rochester, NH
Rochester, once a major shoemaking hub, sits along the Cocheco River in Strafford County. This small city in southeastern New Hampshire is home to over 32,000 residents. With a safety score of 66/100 and a population coverage of 33,831, Rochester has a total crime rate of 1,220.8 per 100,000 residents.