Is New York City or Norfolk Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Norfolk is safer than New York City (Safety Score 95/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 431 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 86% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Norfolk has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 701.9x 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 New York City, NY?
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Norfolk — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Norfolk | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 431.3 | +2,608.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 50.7 | +620.7 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 0.0 | +23.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 0.0 | +187.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 50.7 | +405.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 380.6 | +1,987.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 152.2 | +2.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 194.5 | +1,820.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 33.8 | +164.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Norfolk safer?
Norfolk is safer with a total crime rate of 431 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 86% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Norfolk has 50.7. Norfolk has lower violent crime.
About New York City, NY
New York City, a global financial hub, sits at the mouth of the Hudson River. Home to the iconic Statue of Liberty, its five boroughs house over 8 million people, making it the most populous city in the United States. With a safety score of 19/100 and a population coverage of 8,299,271, New York City has a total crime rate of 3,039.7 per 100,000 residents.
About Norfolk, MA
Norfolk, Massachusetts, a small town in southeastern Massachusetts, is primarily residential with a median age of around 40. It was once home to the Norfolk County Agricultural School, reflecting its rural past. With a safety score of 95/100 and a population coverage of 11,824, Norfolk has a total crime rate of 431.3 per 100,000 residents.