Moving from Castle Rock, CO to Methuen, MA?
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Is Castle Rock or Methuen Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Methuen is safer than Castle Rock (Safety Score 76/100 vs 76/100), with a total crime rate of 972 per 100,000 versus 974 for Castle Rock — 0% lower. Castle Rock has higher rates in 2 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Methuen has a 100% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Castle Rock, CO?
Castle Rock — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Castle Rock | Methuen | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 973.9 | 972.1 | +1.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 35.7 | 175.8 | -140.1 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 8.3 | 9.2 | -0.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 6.0 | 0.0 | +6.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 21.4 | 166.6 | -145.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 938.2 | 796.4 | +141.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 61.8 | 47.6 | +14.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 833.6 | 682.9 | +150.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 42.8 | 65.9 | -23.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Castle Rock, CO to Methuen, MA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Castle Rock or Methuen safer?
Methuen is safer with a total crime rate of 972 per 100K vs 974 for Castle Rock — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Castle Rock has a violent crime rate of 35.7 per 100K while Methuen has 175.8. Castle Rock has lower violent crime.
About Castle Rock, CO
Nestled south of Denver, Castle Rock is a growing Front Range community known for its prominent butte and as a former stagecoach stop. The town's population is primarily white, with a median age in the late 30s. With a safety score of 76/100 and a population coverage of 84,098, Castle Rock has a total crime rate of 973.9 per 100,000 residents.
About Methuen, MA
Methuen, Massachusetts, once a mill town known for its hat factories, lies along the Merrimack River near the New Hampshire border. Its diverse population of over 50,000 residents contributes to its suburban character. With a safety score of 76/100 and a population coverage of 54,623, Methuen has a total crime rate of 972.1 per 100,000 residents.