Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Lexington is the safer city with a safety score of 72/100. Durham has a violent crime rate of 604.4/100K compared to 413.1/100K in Lexington.
| Metric | Durham North Carolina | Lexington Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 61/100 | 72/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 604.4 | 413.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,492.1 | 1,823.9 |
| Total Crime Rate | 3,096.5 | 2,237 |
| Murder Rate | 28.1 | 18.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 177.5 | 136.3 |
| Assault Rate | 329.3 | 219 |
| Burglary Rate | 379.1 | 361.7 |
| Larceny Rate | 1,737.8 | 1,239.2 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 375.2 | 223 |
| Population | 131,088 | 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.