Is Concord or Durham Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Durham is safer than Concord (Safety Score 98/100 vs 59/100), with a total crime rate of 265 per 100,000 versus 1,410 for Concord — 81% lower. Concord has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Durham has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Concord is 3.0x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Concord | Durham | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,409.9 | 265.0 | +1,144.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 180.7 | 40.8 | +139.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.7 | 6.8 | -0.1 |
| Rape Rate | 40.2 | 34.0 | +6.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 35.7 | 0.0 | +35.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 98.2 | 0.0 | +98.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,229.2 | 224.2 | +1,005.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 49.1 | 0.0 | +49.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,064.1 | 210.6 | +853.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 116.0 | 13.6 | +102.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Concord or Durham safer?
Durham is safer with a total crime rate of 265 per 100K vs 1,410 for Concord — a 81% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Concord has a violent crime rate of 180.7 per 100K while Durham has 40.8. Durham has lower violent crime.
About Concord, NH
Concord, New Hampshire, the state capital, sits on the Merrimack River and is home to the New Hampshire State House, the oldest state house in the nation where the legislature still meets in its original chambers. The city is also a hub for state government and medical services. With a safety score of 59/100 and a population coverage of 44,827, Concord has a total crime rate of 1,409.9 per 100,000 residents.
About Durham, NH
Durham, NH, home to the University of New Hampshire, is a small New England town on the Oyster River. It boasts a population of around 16,000, significantly augmented by its student body. With a safety score of 98/100 and a population coverage of 14,718, Durham has a total crime rate of 265.0 per 100,000 residents.