Is New Hope or Rochester Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Rochester is safer than New Hope (Safety Score 55/100 vs 37/100), with a total crime rate of 1,522 per 100,000 versus 2,146 for New Hope — 29% lower. New Hope has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Rochester has a 71% lower rate.
Note: Rochester is 6.0x 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 | New Hope | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,145.8 | 1,522.5 | +623.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 187.0 | 154.0 | +33.0 |
| Murder Rate | 4.9 | 4.1 | +0.8 |
| Rape Rate | 29.5 | 26.1 | +3.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 88.6 | 26.1 | +62.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 49.2 | 97.8 | -48.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,958.8 | 1,368.5 | +590.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 201.8 | 173.6 | +28.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,545.4 | 1,103.6 | +441.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 211.6 | 91.3 | +120.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New Hope or Rochester safer?
Rochester is safer with a total crime rate of 1,522 per 100K vs 2,146 for New Hope — a 29% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New Hope has a violent crime rate of 187.0 per 100K while Rochester has 154.0. Rochester has lower violent crime.
About New Hope, MN
New Hope, a first-ring suburb northwest of Minneapolis, was incorporated in 1953. It hosts the annual "New Hope Celebrates" festival and has a diverse population exceeding 20,000 residents. With a safety score of 37/100 and a population coverage of 20,319, New Hope has a total crime rate of 2,145.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Rochester, MN
Rochester, Minnesota, home to the Mayo Clinic, is a city in southeastern Minnesota. Its population of over 120,000 makes it the state's third-largest city. With a safety score of 55/100 and a population coverage of 122,694, Rochester has a total crime rate of 1,522.5 per 100,000 residents.