Is Cambridge or East Bridgewater Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, East Bridgewater is safer than Cambridge (Safety Score 97/100 vs 18/100), with a total crime rate of 354 per 100,000 versus 3,081 for Cambridge — 88% lower. Cambridge has higher rates in 0 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where East Bridgewater has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Cambridge is 8.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Cambridge, MA?
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Cambridge, MA
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Cambridge | East Bridgewater | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,081.0 | 354.4 | +2,726.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 436.7 | 122.7 | +314.0 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 34.0 | 6.8 | +27.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 91.3 | 0.0 | +91.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 311.3 | 115.9 | +195.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,644.3 | 231.8 | +2,412.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 236.6 | 27.3 | +209.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,323.0 | 156.8 | +2,166.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 84.7 | 47.7 | +37.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cambridge or East Bridgewater safer?
East Bridgewater is safer with a total crime rate of 354 per 100K vs 3,081 for Cambridge — a 88% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Cambridge has a violent crime rate of 436.7 per 100K while East Bridgewater has 122.7. East Bridgewater has lower violent crime.
About Cambridge, MA
Nestled across the Charles River from Boston, Cambridge is a vibrant intellectual hub home to Harvard University. Its youthful, highly educated population, with a median age around 30, contributes to its dynamic character. With a safety score of 18/100 and a population coverage of 120,447, Cambridge has a total crime rate of 3,081.0 per 100,000 residents.
About East Bridgewater, MA
East Bridgewater is a small town in Plymouth County, Massachusetts, known for its historic Town Common. Once a part of Bridgewater, it became its own district in 1823, retaining much of its rural character. The Satucket River flows through the community. With a safety score of 97/100 and a population coverage of 14,671, East Bridgewater has a total crime rate of 354.4 per 100,000 residents.