Is Cambridge or Holbrook Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Holbrook is safer than Cambridge (Safety Score 50/100 vs 18/100), with a total crime rate of 1,693 per 100,000 versus 3,081 for Cambridge — 45% lower. Cambridge has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Cambridge has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Cambridge is 10.5x 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 SAFER than Cambridge, MA?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Cambridge | Holbrook | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,081.0 | 1,692.6 | +1,388.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 436.7 | 314.1 | +122.6 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 8.7 | -8.7 |
| Rape Rate | 34.0 | 26.2 | +7.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 91.3 | 34.9 | +56.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 311.3 | 244.3 | +67.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,644.3 | 1,378.5 | +1,265.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 236.6 | 253.0 | -16.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,323.0 | 985.9 | +1,337.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 84.7 | 139.6 | -54.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cambridge or Holbrook safer?
Holbrook is safer with a total crime rate of 1,693 per 100K vs 3,081 for Cambridge — a 45% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Cambridge has a violent crime rate of 436.7 per 100K while Holbrook has 314.1. Holbrook 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 Holbrook, MA
Holbrook, a small town in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, was incorporated in 1872. It boasts a rich history, once being home to the renowned Holbrook Public Library, a Carnegie library. The town's population hovers around 11,000 residents. With a safety score of 50/100 and a population coverage of 11,462, Holbrook has a total crime rate of 1,692.6 per 100,000 residents.