Is New York City or North Reading Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, North Reading is safer than New York City (Safety Score 93/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 472 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 84% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where North Reading has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 502.0x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | North Reading | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 471.8 | +2,567.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 66.5 | +604.9 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 6.1 | +17.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 6.1 | +181.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 54.4 | +401.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 405.3 | +1,963.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 48.4 | +106.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 338.8 | +1,676.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 18.2 | +180.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or North Reading safer?
North Reading is safer with a total crime rate of 472 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 84% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while North Reading has 66.5. North Reading 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 North Reading, MA
North Reading, a Middlesex County town, is largely residential, with its center near the Ipswich River. Incorporated in 1853, it retains a semi-rural character, despite its proximity to Boston. With a safety score of 93/100 and a population coverage of 16,531, North Reading has a total crime rate of 471.8 per 100,000 residents.