Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Southbridge, MA?
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Is Los Angeles or Southbridge Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Southbridge is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 74/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 1,001 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 55% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Southbridge has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 207.7x 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 | Southbridge | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 1,001.1 | +1,211.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 366.5 | +362.0 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 0.0 | +7.0 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 65.7 | -25.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 16.4 | +193.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 284.5 | +186.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 634.6 | +849.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 93.0 | +279.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 432.2 | +419.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 109.4 | +150.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Southbridge, MA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Southbridge safer?
Southbridge is safer with a total crime rate of 1,001 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 55% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Southbridge has 366.5. Southbridge 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 Southbridge, MA
Southbridge, once a thriving mill town known for its American Optical Company, sits on the Quinebaug River in southern Worcester County. Its diverse population now navigates a landscape of historic brick buildings and new developments. With a safety score of 74/100 and a population coverage of 18,280, Southbridge has a total crime rate of 1,001.1 per 100,000 residents.