Is Los Angeles or Natick Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Natick is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 61/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 1,349 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 39% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Natick has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 102.4x 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 | Los Angeles | Natick | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 1,348.7 | +863.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 213.1 | +515.5 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 0.0 | +7.0 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 10.8 | +29.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 8.1 | +201.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 194.2 | +277.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 1,135.6 | +348.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 72.8 | +300.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 1,035.8 | -184.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 27.0 | +232.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Natick safer?
Natick is safer with a total crime rate of 1,349 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 39% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Natick has 213.1. Natick has lower violent crime.
About Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, a sprawling Southern California metropolis, is a major Pacific Rim gateway, home to Hollywood's film industry. Its diverse population of nearly 4 million people resides across a vast urban landscape bordered by mountains and the Pacific Ocean. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 3,796,352, Los Angeles has a total crime rate of 2,212.5 per 100,000 residents.
About Natick, MA
Natick, Massachusetts, a town in Middlesex County, is home to the world's first industrial park. Its population of over 36,000 residents enjoys a suburban landscape just 17 miles west of Boston. With a safety score of 61/100 and a population coverage of 37,073, Natick has a total crime rate of 1,348.7 per 100,000 residents.