Moving from Plainfield, NJ to Watertown, MA?
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Is Plainfield, NJ or Watertown, MA Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Watertown, MA is safer than Plainfield, NJ (Safety Score 40/100 vs 40/100), with a total crime rate of 2,012 per 100,000 versus 2,021 for Plainfield, NJ — 0% lower. Plainfield has higher rates in 2 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Watertown has a 92% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Plainfield, NJ?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Plainfield | Watertown | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,020.5 | 2,012.0 | +8.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 410.9 | 153.3 | +257.6 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 14.3 | 25.1 | -10.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 103.6 | 8.4 | +95.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 293.0 | 119.8 | +173.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,609.7 | 1,858.7 | -249.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 135.8 | 53.0 | +82.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,345.2 | 1,780.7 | -435.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 128.6 | 25.1 | +103.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Plainfield, NJ to Watertown, MA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Plainfield or Watertown safer?
Watertown, MA is safer with a total crime rate of 2,012 per 100K vs 2,021 for Plainfield, NJ — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Plainfield has a violent crime rate of 410.9 per 100K while Watertown has 153.3. Watertown has lower violent crime.
About Plainfield, NJ
Plainfield, "The Queen City," boasts a rich Victorian architectural heritage and a diverse population. Situated in Union County, it was once a popular resort town for wealthy New Yorkers. With a safety score of 40/100 and a population coverage of 55,975, Plainfield has a total crime rate of 2,020.5 per 100,000 residents.
About Watertown, MA
Watertown, a historic Middlesex County town, sits along the Charles River just west of Boston. It was home to the Perkins School for the Blind, where Helen Keller studied. The town has a diverse population, including a notable Armenian community. With a safety score of 40/100 and a population coverage of 35,885, Watertown has a total crime rate of 2,012.0 per 100,000 residents.