Is Nashua or Somersworth Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Nashua is safer than Somersworth (Safety Score 59/100 vs 24/100), with a total crime rate of 1,424 per 100,000 versus 2,706 for Somersworth — 47% lower. Nashua has lower rates in 6 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Nashua has a 56% lower rate.
Note: Nashua is 7.4x 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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Somersworth — 5-Year Trend
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Nashua, NH
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Nashua | Somersworth | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,424.1 | 2,705.8 | -1,281.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 162.8 | 179.3 | -16.6 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 53.9 | 97.8 | -43.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 14.3 | 32.6 | -18.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 92.4 | 48.9 | +43.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,261.3 | 2,526.5 | -1,265.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 33.0 | 48.9 | -15.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,141.4 | 2,387.9 | -1,246.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 86.9 | 89.7 | -2.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nashua or Somersworth safer?
Nashua is safer with a total crime rate of 1,424 per 100K vs 2,706 for Somersworth — a 47% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Nashua has a violent crime rate of 162.8 per 100K while Somersworth has 179.3. Nashua has lower violent crime.
About Nashua, NH
Nashua, once the "Spindletree City" for its textile mills, sits on the Merrimack River near the Massachusetts border. This southern New Hampshire city is the second most populous in the state. With a safety score of 59/100 and a population coverage of 90,938, Nashua has a total crime rate of 1,424.1 per 100,000 residents.
About Somersworth, NH
Somersworth, a small city in Strafford County along the Salmon Falls River, was once a thriving mill town. Its population of around 12,000 residents is diverse, with a notable presence of various immigrant communities. With a safety score of 24/100 and a population coverage of 12,270, Somersworth has a total crime rate of 2,705.8 per 100,000 residents.