Is London or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, London is safer than New York City (Safety Score 80/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 847 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 72% lower. London has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where London has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 781.3x 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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London, OH
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | London | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 847.2 | 3,039.7 | -2,192.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 122.4 | 671.4 | -549.1 |
| Murder Rate | 9.4 | 3.9 | +5.5 |
| Rape Rate | 18.8 | 23.4 | -4.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 0.0 | 187.5 | -187.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 94.1 | 456.2 | -362.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 724.8 | 2,368.3 | -1,643.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 94.1 | 154.7 | -60.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 611.9 | 2,015.0 | -1,403.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 18.8 | 198.5 | -179.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is London or New York City safer?
London is safer with a total crime rate of 847 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 72% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
London has a violent crime rate of 122.4 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. London has lower violent crime.
About London, OH
London, Ohio, the county seat of Madison County, is a small city west of Columbus. It's known for its annual London Strawberry Festival and sits in a predominantly rural agricultural region. With a safety score of 80/100 and a population coverage of 10,623, London has a total crime rate of 847.2 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.