Is Lincoln or Newton Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Newton is safer than Lincoln (Safety Score 87/100 vs 87/100), with a total crime rate of 648 per 100,000 versus 657 for Lincoln — 1% lower. Lincoln has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Newton has a 100% lower rate.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Lincoln | Newton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 657.1 | 648.3 | +8.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 96.2 | 48.9 | +47.3 |
| Murder Rate | 1.8 | 0.0 | +1.8 |
| Rape Rate | 17.8 | 10.0 | +7.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 14.3 | 1.1 | +13.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 62.3 | 37.8 | +24.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 561.0 | 599.3 | -38.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 35.6 | 63.4 | -27.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 491.5 | 501.5 | -10.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 33.8 | 34.5 | -0.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lincoln or Newton safer?
Newton is safer with a total crime rate of 648 per 100K vs 657 for Lincoln — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lincoln has a violent crime rate of 96.2 per 100K while Newton has 48.9. Newton has lower violent crime.
About Lincoln, CA
Lincoln, California, a Placer County city once known for its brickyards, is experiencing rapid growth. Situated in the Sacramento metropolitan area, its population has more than doubled since 2000. With a safety score of 87/100 and a population coverage of 56,152, Lincoln has a total crime rate of 657.1 per 100,000 residents.
About Newton, MA
Newton, a suburban city in Middlesex County, is home to Boston College. Known for its distinct "villages," it's one of Massachusetts' wealthiest communities. With a safety score of 87/100 and a population coverage of 89,935, Newton has a total crime rate of 648.3 per 100,000 residents.