Is Concord or Rochester Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Rochester is safer than Concord (Safety Score 66/100 vs 59/100), with a total crime rate of 1,221 per 100,000 versus 1,410 for Concord — 13% lower. Concord has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Rochester has a 100% lower rate.
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Concord, NH
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Concord | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,409.9 | 1,220.8 | +189.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 180.7 | 76.9 | +103.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.7 | 0.0 | +6.7 |
| Rape Rate | 40.2 | 35.5 | +4.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 35.7 | 11.8 | +23.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 98.2 | 29.6 | +68.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,229.2 | 1,143.9 | +85.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 49.1 | 59.1 | -10.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,064.1 | 999.1 | +65.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 116.0 | 85.7 | +30.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Concord or Rochester safer?
Rochester is safer with a total crime rate of 1,221 per 100K vs 1,410 for Concord — a 13% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Concord has a violent crime rate of 180.7 per 100K while Rochester has 76.9. Rochester 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 Rochester, NH
Rochester, once a major shoemaking hub, sits along the Cocheco River in Strafford County. This small city in southeastern New Hampshire is home to over 32,000 residents. With a safety score of 66/100 and a population coverage of 33,831, Rochester has a total crime rate of 1,220.8 per 100,000 residents.