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You're Safer in Royal Oak Than Almost Anywhere Else in Michigan

Royal Oak's low crime rate, vibrant downtown, hospitality and sense of community earned it a place on the SafeWise list of Michigan's 50 safest cities.

Where’s one if the safest places to live in Michigan?

Royal Oak, which ranked 27th on the list of Michigan’s 50 safest cities released Wednesday the national security organization SafeWise.

Here’s why:

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“For a city of nearly 60,000 residents, its low crime rates, including no murders or manslaughters reported in 2012, is very impressive. Its vibrant downtown area is testament to its hospitality and sense of community. Motorcycle enthusiasts will love Royal Oak during the summer, when Harley Davidson owners line the Main Street on Wednesdays, and sport bike owners repeat the show on Thursdays.

“Royal Oak is home to the Detroit Zoo, one of America’s top rated zoos and part of the Detroit Zoological Society. Open every day of the year except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day, the zoo is home to many great habitats and attractions, including the Giraffe Encounter, Science on a Sphere, and the 4D Theater.”

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