Is Cambridge or Uxbridge Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Uxbridge is safer than Cambridge (Safety Score 93/100 vs 18/100), with a total crime rate of 476 per 100,000 versus 3,081 for Cambridge — 85% lower. Cambridge has higher rates in 0 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Uxbridge has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Cambridge is 8.1x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Cambridge | Uxbridge | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,081.0 | 476.0 | +2,605.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 436.7 | 107.3 | +329.4 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 34.0 | 6.7 | +27.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 91.3 | 0.0 | +91.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 311.3 | 100.6 | +210.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,644.3 | 368.8 | +2,275.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 236.6 | 60.3 | +176.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,323.0 | 261.5 | +2,061.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 84.7 | 46.9 | +37.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cambridge or Uxbridge safer?
Uxbridge is safer with a total crime rate of 476 per 100K vs 3,081 for Cambridge — a 85% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Cambridge has a violent crime rate of 436.7 per 100K while Uxbridge has 107.3. Uxbridge 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 Uxbridge, MA
Uxbridge, Massachusetts, a town in Worcester County, boasts a rich industrial past, notably as a textile manufacturing hub. Located on the Mumford River, it spans over 30 square miles with a population of around 16,000 residents. With a safety score of 93/100 and a population coverage of 14,915, Uxbridge has a total crime rate of 476.0 per 100,000 residents.