Is New York City or Redford Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Redford Township is safer than New York City (Safety Score 30/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,445 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 20% lower. New York City has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Redford Township has a 76% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 176.3x 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?
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Redford Township — 5-Year Trend
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New York City, NY
Redford Township, MI
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Redford Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,445.5 | +594.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 543.9 | +127.5 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 4.3 | -0.3 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 51.0 | -27.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 44.6 | +142.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 444.1 | +12.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,901.5 | +466.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 278.3 | -123.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 998.6 | +1,016.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 624.6 | -426.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Redford Township safer?
Redford Township is safer with a total crime rate of 2,445 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 20% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Redford Township has 543.9. Redford 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 Redford Township, MI
Redford Township, Michigan, a diverse community in Wayne County, was founded in 1833. It's known for its many parks and proximity to Detroit. With a safety score of 30/100 and a population coverage of 47,067, Redford Township has a total crime rate of 2,445.5 per 100,000 residents.