Is New York City or Pembroke Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Pembroke is safer than New York City (Safety Score 94/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 446 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 85% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Pembroke has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 446.0x 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 SAFER than New York City, NY?
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Pembroke — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Pembroke | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 446.0 | +2,593.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 91.4 | +580.1 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 32.2 | -8.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 5.4 | +182.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 53.7 | +402.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 354.7 | +2,013.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 43.0 | +111.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 274.1 | +1,741.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 37.6 | +160.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Pembroke safer?
Pembroke is safer with a total crime rate of 446 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 85% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Pembroke has 91.4. Pembroke 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 Pembroke, MA
Pembroke, Massachusetts, a South Shore town incorporated in 1712, is home to numerous ponds and the North River. Its population of about 18,000 residents enjoys a suburban character. With a safety score of 94/100 and a population coverage of 18,610, Pembroke has a total crime rate of 446.0 per 100,000 residents.