Is Newburyport or Worcester Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Worcester is safer than Newburyport (Safety Score 100/100 vs 94/100), with a total crime rate of 16 per 100,000 versus 442 for Newburyport — 96% lower. Newburyport has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where Worcester has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Worcester is 11.0x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Newburyport — 5-Year Trend
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Worcester — 5-Year Trend
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Newburyport, MA
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Newburyport | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 442.0 | 16.5 | +425.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 46.8 | 16.5 | +30.3 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 7.5 | -7.5 |
| Rape Rate | 20.8 | 0.0 | +20.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 0.0 | 0.9 | -0.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 26.0 | 8.0 | +18.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 395.2 | 0.0 | +395.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 20.8 | 0.0 | +20.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 348.4 | 0.0 | +348.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 26.0 | 0.0 | +26.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Newburyport or Worcester safer?
Worcester is safer with a total crime rate of 16 per 100K vs 442 for Newburyport — a 96% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Newburyport has a violent crime rate of 46.8 per 100K while Worcester has 16.5. Worcester has lower violent crime.
About Newburyport, MA
Newburyport, a historic coastal city in Essex County, was a major shipbuilding center. Its downtown features Federal-style architecture and a bustling waterfront on the Merrimack River. With a safety score of 94/100 and a population coverage of 19,232, Newburyport has a total crime rate of 442.0 per 100,000 residents.
About Worcester, MA
Worcester, a city of hills in Central Massachusetts, boasts a rich industrial past, home to the first American-made Valentine's Day cards. It's the second-most populous city in New England outside of Boston. With a safety score of 100/100 and a population coverage of 212,425, Worcester has a total crime rate of 16.5 per 100,000 residents.