Is Barnstable or Oro Valley Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Barnstable is safer than Oro Valley (Safety Score 66/100 vs 66/100), with a total crime rate of 1,196 per 100,000 versus 1,200 for Oro Valley — 0% lower. Barnstable has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Oro Valley has a 100% lower rate.
Barnstable — 5-Year Trend
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Oro Valley — 5-Year Trend
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Barnstable, MA
Oro Valley, AZ
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Barnstable | Oro Valley | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,195.8 | 1,199.7 | -3.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 410.4 | 51.4 | +359.0 |
| Murder Rate | 2.0 | 0.0 | +2.0 |
| Rape Rate | 64.8 | 6.2 | +58.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 17.7 | 2.1 | +15.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 326.0 | 43.1 | +282.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 785.4 | 1,148.3 | -362.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 131.6 | 57.5 | +74.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 581.2 | 1,049.7 | -468.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 72.7 | 41.1 | +31.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Barnstable or Oro Valley safer?
Barnstable is safer with a total crime rate of 1,196 per 100K vs 1,200 for Oro Valley — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Barnstable has a violent crime rate of 410.4 per 100K while Oro Valley has 51.4. Oro Valley has lower violent crime.
About Barnstable, MA
Barnstable, the largest community on Cape Cod, is a historic town of villages including Hyannis, a major transportation hub. Its population of over 45,000 makes it the most populous municipality in Barnstable County. With a safety score of 66/100 and a population coverage of 50,928, Barnstable has a total crime rate of 1,195.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Oro Valley, AZ
Oro Valley, a picturesque town north of Tucson, is home to the historic Steam Pump Ranch. Nestled against the Santa Catalina Mountains, its population is notably affluent and well-educated. With a safety score of 66/100 and a population coverage of 48,680, Oro Valley has a total crime rate of 1,199.7 per 100,000 residents.