Moving from San Diego, CA to Southboro, MA?
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Is San Diego or Southboro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Southboro is safer than San Diego (Safety Score 99/100 vs 38/100), with a total crime rate of 282 per 100,000 versus 2,082 for San Diego — 86% lower. San Diego has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Southboro has a 100% lower rate.
Note: San Diego is 130.8x 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 San Diego, CA?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | San Diego | Southboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,082.4 | 282.5 | +1,799.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 412.4 | 56.5 | +355.9 |
| Murder Rate | 2.5 | 0.0 | +2.5 |
| Rape Rate | 21.4 | 28.3 | -6.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 77.4 | 0.0 | +77.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 310.9 | 28.3 | +282.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,670.0 | 226.0 | +1,444.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 187.4 | 18.8 | +168.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,087.1 | 197.7 | +889.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 395.5 | 9.4 | +386.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from San Diego, CA to Southboro, MA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is San Diego or Southboro safer?
Southboro is safer with a total crime rate of 282 per 100K vs 2,082 for San Diego — a 86% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
San Diego has a violent crime rate of 412.4 per 100K while Southboro has 56.5. Southboro has lower violent crime.
About San Diego, CA
San Diego, California, a major port city with a significant Hispanic population, sits on the Pacific Ocean just north of the Mexican border. Known for its mild climate and Balboa Park, it's also home to a large naval presence. With a safety score of 38/100 and a population coverage of 1,389,024, San Diego has a total crime rate of 2,082.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Southboro, MA
Southborough, MA, a affluent suburb west of Boston, is home to the prestigious Fay School, the nation's oldest junior boarding school. Its leafy streets and large properties are characteristic of a wealthy New England town. With a safety score of 99/100 and a population coverage of 10,620, Southboro has a total crime rate of 282.5 per 100,000 residents.