Is Barnstable or Phoenix Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Barnstable is safer than Phoenix (Safety Score 66/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,196 per 100,000 versus 3,125 for Phoenix — 62% lower. Barnstable has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Barnstable has a 90% lower rate.
Note: Phoenix is 32.7x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Barnstable | Phoenix | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,195.8 | 3,125.4 | -1,929.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 410.4 | 800.0 | -389.7 |
| Murder Rate | 2.0 | 8.4 | -6.4 |
| Rape Rate | 64.8 | 64.3 | +0.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 17.7 | 181.6 | -164.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 326.0 | 545.3 | -219.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 785.4 | 2,325.3 | -1,539.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 131.6 | 317.2 | -185.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 581.2 | 1,582.1 | -1,000.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 72.7 | 426.0 | -353.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Barnstable or Phoenix safer?
Barnstable is safer with a total crime rate of 1,196 per 100K vs 3,125 for Phoenix — a 62% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Barnstable has a violent crime rate of 410.4 per 100K while Phoenix has 800.0. Barnstable 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 Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, Arizona, the "Valley of the Sun," is a sprawling desert metropolis with a rich Native American heritage, including the Hohokam people. It's the fifth-largest city in the United States by population, experiencing rapid growth in recent decades. With a safety score of 17/100 and a population coverage of 1,662,809, Phoenix has a total crime rate of 3,125.4 per 100,000 residents.