Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Lexington is the safer city with a safety score of 72/100. Decatur has a violent crime rate of 309.8/100K compared to 413.1/100K in Lexington.
| Metric | Decatur Alabama | Lexington Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 65/100 | 72/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 309.8 | 413.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,472.8 | 1,823.9 |
| Total Crime Rate | 2,782.7 | 2,237 |
| Murder Rate | 15 | 18.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 97.4 | 136.3 |
| Assault Rate | 180.2 | 219 |
| Burglary Rate | 669.5 | 361.7 |
| Larceny Rate | 1,407.2 | 1,239.2 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 396.1 | 223 |
| Population | 322,002 | 240,563 |
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.