Moving from Portland, OR to Sherwood, OR?
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Is Portland, OR or Sherwood, OR Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Sherwood, OR is safer than Portland, OR (Safety Score 52/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 1,651 per 100,000 versus 6,247 for Portland, OR — 74% lower. Portland has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Sherwood has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Portland is 31.5x 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 Portland, OR?
Portland — 5-Year Trend
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Sherwood — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Portland | Sherwood | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 6,246.7 | 1,651.2 | +4,595.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 720.5 | 131.3 | +589.2 |
| Murder Rate | 10.8 | 0.0 | +10.8 |
| Rape Rate | 50.9 | 30.3 | +20.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 177.4 | 20.2 | +157.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 481.2 | 80.8 | +400.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 5,526.2 | 1,519.9 | +4,006.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 727.4 | 70.7 | +656.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,921.3 | 1,378.5 | +2,542.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 877.6 | 70.7 | +806.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Portland, OR to Sherwood, OR?
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 Portland or Sherwood safer?
Sherwood, OR is safer with a total crime rate of 1,651 per 100K vs 6,247 for Portland, OR — a 74% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Portland has a violent crime rate of 720.5 per 100K while Sherwood has 131.3. Sherwood has lower violent crime.
About Portland, OR
About Sherwood, OR
Sherwood, Oregon, once known for its prune orchards, is a suburban community in Washington County. Located southwest of Portland, it has experienced significant population growth, with a median age of around 37. With a safety score of 52/100 and a population coverage of 19,804, Sherwood has a total crime rate of 1,651.2 per 100,000 residents.