Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Norwell, MA?
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Is Los Angeles or Norwell Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Norwell is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 92/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 531 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 76% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Norwell has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 330.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Los Angeles, CA?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Los Angeles | Norwell | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 530.5 | +1,681.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 52.2 | +676.4 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 0.0 | +7.0 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 0.0 | +40.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 17.4 | +192.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 34.8 | +436.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 478.3 | +1,005.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 52.2 | +320.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 400.1 | +451.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 26.1 | +233.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Norwell, MA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Norwell safer?
Norwell is safer with a total crime rate of 531 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 76% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Norwell has 52.2. Norwell 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 Norwell, MA
Norwell, Massachusetts, a picturesque South Shore town, was historically known for its shipbuilding industry along the North River. This affluent community, predominantly residential, boasts a median household income significantly above the state average. With a safety score of 92/100 and a population coverage of 11,498, Norwell has a total crime rate of 530.5 per 100,000 residents.