Is Foxboro or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Foxboro is safer than New York City (Safety Score 78/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 899 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 70% lower. Foxboro has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Foxboro has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 441.6x 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 | Foxboro | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 899.3 | 3,039.7 | -2,140.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 282.0 | 671.4 | -389.4 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 3.9 | -3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 31.9 | 23.4 | +8.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 21.3 | 187.5 | -166.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 228.8 | 456.2 | -227.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 617.3 | 2,368.3 | -1,751.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 74.5 | 154.7 | -80.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 489.5 | 2,015.0 | -1,525.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 53.2 | 198.5 | -145.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Foxboro or New York City safer?
Foxboro is safer with a total crime rate of 899 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 70% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Foxboro has a violent crime rate of 282.0 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Foxboro has lower violent crime.
About Foxboro, MA
Foxborough, Massachusetts is a small town in Norfolk County, best known as home to Gillette Stadium. Located about 22 miles southwest of Boston, its population was 18,618 as of the 2020 census. With a safety score of 78/100 and a population coverage of 18,793, Foxboro has a total crime rate of 899.3 per 100,000 residents.
About New York City, NY
New York City, a global financial hub, sits at the mouth of the Hudson River. Home to the iconic Statue of Liberty, its five boroughs house over 8 million people, making it the most populous city in the United States. With a safety score of 19/100 and a population coverage of 8,299,271, New York City has a total crime rate of 3,039.7 per 100,000 residents.