Broomfield County Crime & Safety

Broomfield County, Colorado

Safety Score

10/100

Higher = safer

Safety Rating

High Crime

Total Crime Rate

2822.3

per 100K population

Crime Statistics

Violent Crime Rate

143.3

per 100K population

National avg 380.7

Property Crime Rate

2679.0

per 100K population

National avg 1954.4

Safety Score

10/100

Higher = safer

State avg 43/100

State Safety Rank

#54

of 64 counties (1 = safest)

Data Story

About Crime & Safety in Broomfield County, Colorado

Broomfield’s Safety Profile is Mixed

Broomfield County has a total crime rate of 2,822.3 per 100,000, which sits above the national average of 2,385.5. Its safety score is calculated at 95.5 out of 100.

Slightly Below the State Average

The county's safety score of 95.5 is just under the Colorado average of 97.1. As a single-agency county, this data represents a very specific local jurisdiction's reporting.

Safer Than Neighboring Boulder

Broomfield is slightly safer than neighboring Boulder County, which has a higher rate of 3,066.1. However, it still sees more activity than Arapahoe County’s 1,999.4 rate.

Low Violence, Moderate Property Crime

Violent crime is low at 143.3 per 100,000, but property crime is higher at 2,679.0. Most incidents involve theft or property damage rather than personal danger.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Broomfield County, CO?

Broomfield County has a total crime rate of 2822.3 per 100,000 residents, based on FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data. This includes both violent crimes (143.3 per 100K) and property crimes (2679.0 per 100K).

Is Broomfield County, CO safe?

Broomfield County has a safety score of 10/100, rated "High Crime". A higher safety score indicates lower crime rates relative to other counties nationwide. It ranks #54 out of 64 counties in Colorado for safety (1 = safest).

How does Broomfield County crime compare to the Colorado average?

The county's safety score of 95.5 is just under the Colorado average of 97.1. As a single-agency county, this data represents a very specific local jurisdiction's reporting.

What types of crime are most common in Broomfield County?

Violent crime is low at 143.3 per 100,000, but property crime is higher at 2,679.0. Most incidents involve theft or property damage rather than personal danger.

How is crime data measured and reported for Broomfield County?

Crime data for Broomfield County comes from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program. Local law enforcement agencies submit data on violent crimes (murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault) and property crimes (burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft) to the FBI. Rates are calculated per 100,000 residents to allow fair comparison between counties of different sizes. The safety score (0-100) is derived from these rates, with higher scores indicating safer counties.

What is being done about crime in Broomfield County?

Broomfield County has a safety score of 10/100, which is below the Colorado average of 43/100. Many counties with above-average crime rates invest in community policing, crime prevention programs, neighborhood watch initiatives, and social services aimed at reducing crime over time.