Is New York City or Shelbyville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Shelbyville is safer than New York City (Safety Score 32/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,343 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 23% lower. New York City has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Shelbyville has a 94% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 323.5x 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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Shelbyville — 5-Year Trend
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New York City, NY
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Shelbyville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,342.6 | +697.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 432.7 | +238.8 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 3.9 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 50.7 | -27.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 11.7 | +175.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 366.4 | +89.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,910.0 | +458.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 175.4 | -20.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,563.1 | +452.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 171.5 | +27.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Shelbyville safer?
Shelbyville is safer with a total crime rate of 2,343 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 23% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Shelbyville has 432.7. Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville, TN
Shelbyville, the "Walking Horse Capital of the World," is a charming city in Bedford County. Situated in Middle Tennessee, it boasts a population of around 23,000 residents. With a safety score of 32/100 and a population coverage of 25,655, Shelbyville has a total crime rate of 2,342.6 per 100,000 residents.