Moving from Springfield, MA to West Springfield, MA?
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Is Springfield, MA or West Springfield, MA Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, West Springfield, MA is safer than Springfield, MA (Safety Score 12/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,588 per 100,000 versus 3,728 for Springfield, MA — 4% lower. Springfield has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where West Springfield has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Springfield is 5.4x 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 Springfield, MA?
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West Springfield — 5-Year Trend
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Springfield, MA
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Springfield | West Springfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,728.2 | 3,588.5 | +139.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 892.7 | 415.3 | +477.4 |
| Murder Rate | 10.9 | 0.0 | +10.9 |
| Rape Rate | 47.0 | 55.4 | -8.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.0 | 45.0 | +164.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 624.5 | 314.9 | +309.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,835.5 | 3,173.2 | -337.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 313.8 | 256.1 | +57.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,856.7 | 2,612.6 | -755.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 665.0 | 304.5 | +360.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Springfield, MA to West Springfield, 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 West Springfield safer?
West Springfield, MA is safer with a total crime rate of 3,588 per 100K vs 3,728 for Springfield, MA — a 4% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Springfield has a violent crime rate of 892.7 per 100K while West Springfield has 415.3. West Springfield 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 West Springfield, MA
West Springfield, home to the annual Big E fair, sits on the western bank of the Connecticut River. This Hampden County town has a population of over 28,000, with notable Portuguese and Latino communities. With a safety score of 12/100 and a population coverage of 28,898, West Springfield has a total crime rate of 3,588.5 per 100,000 residents.