Is New York City or Plainville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Plainville is safer than New York City (Safety Score 54/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,577 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 48% lower. New York City has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Plainville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 474.1x 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?
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Plainville — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Plainville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,576.8 | +1,462.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 68.6 | +602.9 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 17.1 | +6.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 5.7 | +181.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 45.7 | +410.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,508.2 | +860.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 68.6 | +86.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,222.6 | +792.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 217.1 | -18.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Plainville safer?
Plainville is safer with a total crime rate of 1,577 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 48% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Plainville has 68.6. Plainville 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 Plainville, CT
Plainville, CT, a town of 17,000 in Hartford County, was once home to the American Silver Company. Its central Connecticut location offers access to major routes. With a safety score of 54/100 and a population coverage of 17,504, Plainville has a total crime rate of 1,576.8 per 100,000 residents.