Is New York City or Tewksbury Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Tewksbury is safer than New York City (Safety Score 69/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,125 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 63% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Tewksbury has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 260.8x 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 SAFER than New York City, NY?
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Tewksbury — 5-Year Trend
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New York City, NY
Tewksbury, MA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Tewksbury | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,124.8 | +1,914.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 254.5 | +416.9 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 50.3 | -26.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 9.4 | +178.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 194.8 | +261.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 870.3 | +1,497.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 75.4 | +79.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 732.1 | +1,282.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 62.8 | +135.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Tewksbury safer?
Tewksbury is safer with a total crime rate of 1,125 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 63% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Tewksbury has 254.5. Tewksbury 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 Tewksbury, MA
Tewksbury, a town incorporated in 1734, is part of Middlesex County and home to the Tewksbury State Hospital. Located just north of Lowell, it's primarily a residential community with a population of over 30,000. With a safety score of 69/100 and a population coverage of 31,827, Tewksbury has a total crime rate of 1,124.8 per 100,000 residents.