Is Braintree or Concord Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Braintree is safer than Concord (Safety Score 59/100 vs 59/100), with a total crime rate of 1,404 per 100,000 versus 1,410 for Concord — 0% lower. Braintree has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Braintree has a 100% lower rate.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Braintree | Concord | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,404.5 | 1,409.9 | -5.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 284.5 | 180.7 | +103.8 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 6.7 | -6.7 |
| Rape Rate | 38.4 | 40.2 | -1.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 23.1 | 35.7 | -12.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 223.0 | 98.2 | +124.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,120.0 | 1,229.2 | -109.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 59.0 | 49.1 | +9.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 971.4 | 1,064.1 | -92.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 89.7 | 116.0 | -26.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Braintree or Concord safer?
Braintree is safer with a total crime rate of 1,404 per 100K vs 1,410 for Concord — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Braintree has a violent crime rate of 284.5 per 100K while Concord has 180.7. Concord has lower violent crime.
About Braintree, MA
Braintree, a South Shore suburb, is home to the birthplace of President John Adams. This town of over 38,000 residents lies just south of Boston, with easy access to major highways. With a safety score of 59/100 and a population coverage of 39,018, Braintree has a total crime rate of 1,404.5 per 100,000 residents.
About Concord, NH
Concord, New Hampshire, the state capital, sits on the Merrimack River and is home to the New Hampshire State House, the oldest state house in the nation where the legislature still meets in its original chambers. The city is also a hub for state government and medical services. With a safety score of 59/100 and a population coverage of 44,827, Concord has a total crime rate of 1,409.9 per 100,000 residents.