Is Fitchburg or West Seneca Town Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Fitchburg is safer than West Seneca Town (Safety Score 46/100 vs 45/100), with a total crime rate of 1,831 per 100,000 versus 1,834 for West Seneca Town — 0% lower. Fitchburg has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where West Seneca Town has a 74% lower rate.
Fitchburg — 5-Year Trend
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West Seneca Town — 5-Year Trend
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Fitchburg, MA
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fitchburg | West Seneca Town | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,830.8 | 1,834.1 | -3.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 486.6 | 124.5 | +362.1 |
| Murder Rate | 2.4 | 2.2 | +0.1 |
| Rape Rate | 40.2 | 6.7 | +33.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 35.4 | 22.2 | +13.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 408.7 | 93.4 | +315.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,344.1 | 1,709.6 | -365.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 271.7 | 162.3 | +109.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 952.0 | 1,318.3 | -366.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 120.5 | 229.0 | -108.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fitchburg or West Seneca Town safer?
Fitchburg is safer with a total crime rate of 1,831 per 100K vs 1,834 for West Seneca Town — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fitchburg has a violent crime rate of 486.6 per 100K while West Seneca Town has 124.5. West Seneca Town has lower violent crime.
About Fitchburg, MA
Fitchburg, a city in northern Worcester County, was a major mill town known for its paper industry. It sits along the Nashua River and has a diverse, working-class population. With a safety score of 46/100 and a population coverage of 42,332, Fitchburg has a total crime rate of 1,830.8 per 100,000 residents.
About West Seneca Town, NY
West Seneca, NY, a Buffalo suburb, developed around the historic Ebenezer Society. This Erie County town is predominantly residential, with a population exceeding 45,000. With a safety score of 45/100 and a population coverage of 44,982, West Seneca Town has a total crime rate of 1,834.1 per 100,000 residents.