Is Fairhope or Hudson Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Hudson is safer than Fairhope (Safety Score 64/100 vs 64/100), with a total crime rate of 1,258 per 100,000 versus 1,261 for Fairhope — 0% lower. Fairhope has lower rates in 4 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Hudson has a 32% lower rate.
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Fairhope, AL
Hudson, NH
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fairhope | Hudson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,260.6 | 1,258.2 | +2.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 108.6 | 74.0 | +34.6 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 23.3 | 11.7 | +11.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 15.5 | 19.5 | -4.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 69.8 | 42.9 | +27.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,152.0 | 1,184.2 | -32.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 81.5 | 97.4 | -15.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,035.6 | 1,028.4 | +7.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 34.9 | 58.4 | -23.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fairhope or Hudson safer?
Hudson is safer with a total crime rate of 1,258 per 100K vs 1,261 for Fairhope — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fairhope has a violent crime rate of 108.6 per 100K while Hudson has 74.0. Hudson has lower violent crime.
About Fairhope, AL
Fairhope, Alabama, a town on Mobile Bay, was founded in 1894 as a "single tax" colony. This coastal community, known for its scenic bluff, has a population of over 23,000. With a safety score of 64/100 and a population coverage of 25,782, Fairhope has a total crime rate of 1,260.6 per 100,000 residents.
About Hudson, NH
Hudson, New Hampshire, once part of Nottingham and then Londonderry, is a town of over 25,000 residents in Hillsborough County. It lies along the Merrimack River, directly across from Nashua. With a safety score of 64/100 and a population coverage of 25,672, Hudson has a total crime rate of 1,258.2 per 100,000 residents.