Is Barnstable or San Diego Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Barnstable is safer than San Diego (Safety Score 66/100 vs 38/100), with a total crime rate of 1,196 per 100,000 versus 2,082 for San Diego — 43% lower. Barnstable has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Barnstable has a 77% lower rate.
Note: San Diego is 27.3x 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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Barnstable, MA
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Barnstable | San Diego | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,195.8 | 2,082.4 | -886.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 410.4 | 412.4 | -2.0 |
| Murder Rate | 2.0 | 2.5 | -0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 64.8 | 21.4 | +43.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 17.7 | 77.4 | -59.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 326.0 | 310.9 | +15.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 785.4 | 1,670.0 | -884.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 131.6 | 187.4 | -55.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 581.2 | 1,087.1 | -505.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 72.7 | 395.5 | -322.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Barnstable or San Diego safer?
Barnstable is safer with a total crime rate of 1,196 per 100K vs 2,082 for San Diego — a 43% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Barnstable has a violent crime rate of 410.4 per 100K while San Diego has 412.4. 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 San Diego, CA
San Diego, California, a major port city with a significant Hispanic population, sits on the Pacific Ocean just north of the Mexican border. Known for its mild climate and Balboa Park, it's also home to a large naval presence. With a safety score of 38/100 and a population coverage of 1,389,024, San Diego has a total crime rate of 2,082.4 per 100,000 residents.