Is New York City or Shelby Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Shelby Township is safer than New York City (Safety Score 85/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 706 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 77% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Shelby Township has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 103.8x 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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Shelby Township — 5-Year Trend
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New York City, NY
Shelby Township, MI
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Shelby Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 706.4 | +2,333.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 163.8 | +507.7 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 35.0 | -11.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 6.3 | +181.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 118.8 | +337.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 542.6 | +1,825.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 45.0 | +109.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 411.3 | +1,603.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 86.3 | +112.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Shelby Township safer?
Shelby Township is safer with a total crime rate of 706 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 77% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Shelby Township has 163.8. Shelby 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 Shelby Township, MI
Shelby Township, Michigan, a sprawling community north of Detroit, developed from a primarily agricultural area along the Clinton River. Its population has grown significantly, with many residents commuting to neighboring cities for work. With a safety score of 85/100 and a population coverage of 79,985, Shelby Township has a total crime rate of 706.4 per 100,000 residents.