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Irvine named safest city in America
City earns rank for fifth consecutive year.
By Kristen SchottPublished: June 01, 2009 10:37 AM
Irvine is the safest large city in America, according to data released today by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. This is the fifth year in a row that the city has earned the distinction.
The ranking is based on the Part I Violent Crimes rate in cities with a population of more than 100,000 reported to the FBI from January to December 2008. The data includes murder, rape, robbery and aggravated assault.
Irvine, which currently has a population of about 212,800, also experienced the lowest rate of violent crime in its 37-year history in 2008. The city continues to report less of this type of crime per capita than any other large city in America. Part I crime decreased by 10 percent in 2008, says the report.
“A safe community ranks at the top of the city’s priority list,” says Irvine Mayor Sukhee Kang. “There is nothing more important than preserving the safety and security of our community."
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The ranking is based on the Part I Violent Crimes rate in cities with a population of more than 100,000 reported to the FBI from January to December 2008. The data includes murder, rape, robbery and aggravated assault. Irvine, which currently has a population of about 212,800, also experienced the lowest rate of violent crime in its 37-year history in 2008. The city continues to report less of this type of crime per capita than any other large city in America. Part I crime decreased by 10 percent in 2008, says the report. “A safe community ranks at the top of the city’s priority list,” says Irvine Mayor Sukhee Kang. “There is nothing more important than preserving the safety and security of our community." NEXT PAGE >> Related headlines 'OC METRO Minute,' May 28: Bankruptcies up in O.C. 'OC METRO Minute,' May 22: O.C. Great Park board approves measures 'OC METRO Minute,' May 19: O.C.'s proposed 2009-2010 budget 'OC METRO Minute, May 6: Irvine ranked safest city |
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