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Is Lynnfield or San Diego Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Lynnfield is safer than San Diego (Safety Score 76/100 vs 38/100), with a total crime rate of 955 per 100,000 versus 2,082 for San Diego — 54% lower. Lynnfield has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lynnfield has a 100% lower rate.
Note: San Diego is 104.5x 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 Lynnfield, MA?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Lynnfield | San Diego | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 955.0 | 2,082.4 | -1,127.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 97.8 | 412.4 | -314.6 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 2.5 | -2.5 |
| Rape Rate | 0.0 | 21.4 | -21.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 22.6 | 77.4 | -54.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 75.2 | 310.9 | -235.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 857.3 | 1,670.0 | -812.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 52.6 | 187.4 | -134.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 759.5 | 1,087.1 | -327.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 45.1 | 395.5 | -350.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Lynnfield, MA to San Diego, CA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lynnfield or San Diego safer?
Lynnfield is safer with a total crime rate of 955 per 100K vs 2,082 for San Diego — a 54% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lynnfield has a violent crime rate of 97.8 per 100K while San Diego has 412.4. Lynnfield has lower violent crime.
About Lynnfield, MA
Lynnfield, a affluent Essex County suburb, developed around its historic common. Situated north of Boston, its tree-lined streets and spacious homes reflect a community with a median household income significantly above the state average. With a safety score of 76/100 and a population coverage of 13,298, Lynnfield has a total crime rate of 955.0 per 100,000 residents.
About San Diego, CA
San Diego, California, a major port city with a significant Hispanic population, sits on the Pacific Ocean just north of the Mexican border. Known for its mild climate and Balboa Park, it's also home to a large naval presence. With a safety score of 38/100 and a population coverage of 1,389,024, San Diego has a total crime rate of 2,082.4 per 100,000 residents.