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Is Springfield, MA or Tyngsboro, MA Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Tyngsboro, MA is safer than Springfield, MA (Safety Score 87/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 667 per 100,000 versus 3,728 for Springfield, MA — 82% lower. Springfield has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Tyngsboro has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Springfield is 12.2x 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 MORE DANGEROUS than Springfield, MA?
Springfield — 5-Year Trend
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Tyngsboro — 5-Year Trend
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Springfield, MA
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Springfield | Tyngsboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,728.2 | 667.4 | +3,060.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 892.7 | 109.9 | +782.7 |
| Murder Rate | 10.9 | 0.0 | +10.9 |
| Rape Rate | 47.0 | 31.4 | +15.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.0 | 0.0 | +209.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 624.5 | 78.5 | +546.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,835.5 | 557.4 | +2,278.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 313.8 | 172.7 | +141.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,856.7 | 353.3 | +1,503.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 665.0 | 31.4 | +633.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Springfield, MA to Tyngsboro, MA?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Springfield or Tyngsboro safer?
Tyngsboro, MA is safer with a total crime rate of 667 per 100K vs 3,728 for Springfield, MA — a 82% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Springfield has a violent crime rate of 892.7 per 100K while Tyngsboro has 109.9. Tyngsboro has lower violent crime.
About Springfield, MA
Springfield, Massachusetts, a city on the Connecticut River, is the "City of Firsts," notably home to the invention of basketball. Its diverse population of over 150,000 residents reflects a rich industrial past and a vibrant present as an economic hub. With a safety score of 11/100 and a population coverage of 155,491, Springfield has a total crime rate of 3,728.2 per 100,000 residents.
About Tyngsboro, MA
Tyngsboro, a Merrimack Valley town established in 1789, straddles the Massachusetts-New Hampshire border. Its population of over 12,000 residents reflects a blend of suburban and rural characteristics. With a safety score of 87/100 and a population coverage of 12,737, Tyngsboro has a total crime rate of 667.4 per 100,000 residents.