Is New York City or Plymouth Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, New York City is safer than Plymouth Township (Safety Score 19/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100,000 versus 6,211 for Plymouth Township — 51% lower. New York City has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Plymouth Township has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 449.0x 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?
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Plymouth Township — 4-Year Trend
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New York City, NY
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Plymouth Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 6,210.8 | -3,171.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 102.8 | +568.6 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 27.1 | -3.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 32.5 | +155.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 43.3 | +412.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 6,108.0 | -3,739.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 205.6 | -50.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 5,750.9 | -3,735.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 151.5 | +47.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Plymouth Township safer?
New York City is safer with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100K vs 6,211 for Plymouth Township — a 51% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Plymouth Township has 102.8. Plymouth Township 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 Plymouth Township, PA
Plymouth Township, Montgomery County, is a suburban area with a rich industrial past, once home to numerous quarries. It lies northwest of Philadelphia, characterized by a mix of residential areas and commercial corridors along major routes like Ridge Pike. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 18,484, Plymouth Township has a total crime rate of 6,210.8 per 100,000 residents.