Is Phoenix or Tewksbury Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Tewksbury is safer than Phoenix (Safety Score 69/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,125 per 100,000 versus 3,125 for Phoenix — 64% lower. Phoenix has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Tewksbury has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Phoenix is 52.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Phoenix — 5-Year Trend
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Tewksbury — 5-Year Trend
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Phoenix, AZ
Tewksbury, MA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Phoenix | Tewksbury | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,125.4 | 1,124.8 | +2,000.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 800.0 | 254.5 | +545.5 |
| Murder Rate | 8.4 | 0.0 | +8.4 |
| Rape Rate | 64.3 | 50.3 | +14.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 181.6 | 9.4 | +172.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 545.3 | 194.8 | +350.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,325.3 | 870.3 | +1,455.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 317.2 | 75.4 | +241.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,582.1 | 732.1 | +850.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 426.0 | 62.8 | +363.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phoenix or Tewksbury safer?
Tewksbury is safer with a total crime rate of 1,125 per 100K vs 3,125 for Phoenix — a 64% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Phoenix has a violent crime rate of 800.0 per 100K while Tewksbury has 254.5. Tewksbury has lower violent crime.
About Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, Arizona, the "Valley of the Sun," is a sprawling desert metropolis with a rich Native American heritage, including the Hohokam people. It's the fifth-largest city in the United States by population, experiencing rapid growth in recent decades. With a safety score of 17/100 and a population coverage of 1,662,809, Phoenix has a total crime rate of 3,125.4 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.