Moving from Brockton, MA to Kannapolis, NC?
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Is Brockton or Kannapolis Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Brockton is safer than Kannapolis (Safety Score 42/100 vs 42/100), with a total crime rate of 1,945 per 100,000 versus 1,953 for Kannapolis — 0% lower. Brockton has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Kannapolis has a 72% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Brockton, MA?
Brockton — 5-Year Trend
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Kannapolis — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Brockton | Kannapolis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,944.7 | 1,953.1 | -8.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 599.2 | 168.0 | +431.2 |
| Murder Rate | 7.5 | 9.9 | -2.4 |
| Rape Rate | 63.8 | 32.9 | +30.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 67.5 | 23.1 | +44.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 460.4 | 102.1 | +358.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,345.5 | 1,785.1 | -439.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 233.5 | 200.9 | +32.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 751.1 | 1,366.8 | -615.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 361.0 | 217.4 | +143.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Brockton, MA to Kannapolis, NC?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brockton or Kannapolis safer?
Brockton is safer with a total crime rate of 1,945 per 100K vs 1,953 for Kannapolis — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Brockton has a violent crime rate of 599.2 per 100K while Kannapolis has 168.0. Kannapolis has lower violent crime.
About Brockton, MA
Brockton, the "City of Champions," is a diverse city southeast of Boston, historically known for its shoe industry. It's home to a vibrant community with a significant Cape Verdean population. With a safety score of 42/100 and a population coverage of 106,650, Brockton has a total crime rate of 1,944.7 per 100,000 residents.
About Kannapolis, NC
Once a textile town, Kannapolis sits in Cabarrus and Rowan Counties, known for the NC Research Campus. It's a small city with a growing population. With a safety score of 42/100 and a population coverage of 60,725, Kannapolis has a total crime rate of 1,953.1 per 100,000 residents.