Is New York City or Raynham Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Raynham is safer than New York City (Safety Score 63/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,315 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 57% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Raynham has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 514.9x 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 SAFER than New York City, NY?
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Raynham — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Raynham | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,315.2 | +1,724.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 235.8 | +435.7 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 24.8 | -1.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 6.2 | +181.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 204.7 | +251.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,079.5 | +1,288.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 55.8 | +98.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 912.0 | +1,103.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 111.7 | +86.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Raynham safer?
Raynham is safer with a total crime rate of 1,315 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 57% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Raynham has 235.8. Raynham 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 Raynham, MA
Raynham, Massachusetts, a town in Bristol County, is known for the Raynham Park simulcasting facility. Situated along the Taunton River, its population is approximately 15,000 residents. With a safety score of 63/100 and a population coverage of 16,119, Raynham has a total crime rate of 1,315.2 per 100,000 residents.