Is Cambridge or Winchendon Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Winchendon is safer than Cambridge (Safety Score 82/100 vs 18/100), with a total crime rate of 806 per 100,000 versus 3,081 for Cambridge — 74% lower. Cambridge has higher rates in 1 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Winchendon has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Cambridge is 11.3x 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 | Winchendon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,081.0 | 805.9 | +2,275.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 436.7 | 234.3 | +202.4 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 34.0 | 28.1 | +5.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 91.3 | 0.0 | +91.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 311.3 | 206.2 | +105.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,644.3 | 571.6 | +2,072.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 236.6 | 149.9 | +86.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,323.0 | 318.6 | +2,004.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 84.7 | 103.1 | -18.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cambridge or Winchendon safer?
Winchendon is safer with a total crime rate of 806 per 100K vs 3,081 for Cambridge — a 74% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Cambridge has a violent crime rate of 436.7 per 100K while Winchendon has 234.3. Winchendon 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 Winchendon, MA
Winchendon, "Toy Town, USA," is a small town in north-central Massachusetts, bordering New Hampshire. Its mill history is reflected in some of its architecture and the still-present railroad tracks. The population is predominantly white, with a median age in the low 40s. With a safety score of 82/100 and a population coverage of 10,671, Winchendon has a total crime rate of 805.9 per 100,000 residents.