Is Foxboro or Worcester Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Worcester is safer than Foxboro (Safety Score 100/100 vs 78/100), with a total crime rate of 16 per 100,000 versus 899 for Foxboro — 98% lower. Foxboro has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where Worcester has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Worcester is 11.3x 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 | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 899.3 | 16.5 | +882.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 282.0 | 16.5 | +265.5 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 7.5 | -7.5 |
| Rape Rate | 31.9 | 0.0 | +31.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 21.3 | 0.9 | +20.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 228.8 | 8.0 | +220.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 617.3 | 0.0 | +617.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 74.5 | 0.0 | +74.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 489.5 | 0.0 | +489.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 53.2 | 0.0 | +53.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Foxboro or Worcester safer?
Worcester is safer with a total crime rate of 16 per 100K vs 899 for Foxboro — a 98% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Foxboro has a violent crime rate of 282.0 per 100K while Worcester has 16.5. Worcester 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 Worcester, MA
Worcester, a city of hills in Central Massachusetts, boasts a rich industrial past, home to the first American-made Valentine's Day cards. It's the second-most populous city in New England outside of Boston. With a safety score of 100/100 and a population coverage of 212,425, Worcester has a total crime rate of 16.5 per 100,000 residents.