Is Cranston or Narragansett Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Narragansett is safer than Cranston (Safety Score 93/100 vs 69/100), with a total crime rate of 487 per 100,000 versus 1,145 for Cranston — 58% lower. Cranston has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Narragansett has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Cranston is 5.7x 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 SAFER than Cranston, RI?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Cranston | Narragansett | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,145.4 | 486.6 | +658.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 93.1 | 82.2 | +10.8 |
| Murder Rate | 1.2 | 6.9 | -5.7 |
| Rape Rate | 20.3 | 34.3 | -14.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 15.5 | 0.0 | +15.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 56.1 | 41.1 | +15.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,052.3 | 404.4 | +648.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 82.3 | 27.4 | +54.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 875.7 | 356.4 | +519.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 94.3 | 20.6 | +73.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cranston or Narragansett safer?
Narragansett is safer with a total crime rate of 487 per 100K vs 1,145 for Cranston — a 58% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Cranston has a violent crime rate of 93.1 per 100K while Narragansett has 82.2. Narragansett has lower violent crime.
About Cranston, RI
Cranston, Rhode Island, a city with a rich manufacturing past, is home to the historic Sprague Mansion. Situated southwest of Providence, it is the second-largest city in the state by population. With a safety score of 69/100 and a population coverage of 83,815, Cranston has a total crime rate of 1,145.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Narragansett, RI
Narragansett, a coastal Rhode Island town, is home to the iconic Towers, a remnant of its Gilded Age resort past. Situated on a narrow peninsula, its population skews towards seasonal residents and students from nearby URI. With a safety score of 93/100 and a population coverage of 14,591, Narragansett has a total crime rate of 486.6 per 100,000 residents.