New Hampshire is one of the safest states in the nation. Our crime rate is low overall, and we have the fewest homicides in the nation. However, just like any other state, there are some dangerous places to avoid in New Hampshire. And just to make sure you know which places to avoid, we scoured the state to find the most dangerous places in New Hampshire.
- Rochester
David Ehringer/flickr With four violent crimes and 41 property crimes per 1,000 residents, Rochester has one of the highest crimes rates in the state. Rochester, NH, USA
- Conway
Jane023/Wikimedia This tourist oasis is also one of the most dangerous cities in the state, with 2.7 violent crimes and 35 property crimes per 1,000 residents. Conway, NH, USA
- Lebanon
Adam Chandler86/flickr Lebanon as 2.6 violent crimes and 32 property crimes per 1,000 residents, making this seemingly charming town on the Connecticut River a little less appealing after dark. Lebanon, NH, USA
- Laconia
Tyson Luneau/flickr With four violent crimes and 37 property crimes per 1,000 residents, this lakeside oasis isn’t quite as charming as it seems. Laconia, NH, USA
- Keene
Doug Kerr / Flickr This college town has two violent crimes and 40 property crimes per 1,000 residents. Keene, NH, USA
- Manchester
Sean Howard/flickr New Hampshire’s biggest city also has a big crime rate: six violent crimes and 36 property crimes per 1,000 residents. Manchester, NH, USA
- Nashua
Jeff/Flickr Nashua has a lower crime rate than many of the cities in New Hampshire, but it’s still relatively high, with two violent crimes and 21 property crimes per 1,000 residents. Nashua, NH, USA
- Concord
Shawn Howard/flickr The state’s capital has a crime rate of two violent crimes and 22 property crimes per 1,000 residents. Concord, NH, USA
So, what do you think? Are these the most dangerous places in New Hampshire? Know of any other dangerous places to avoid in New Hampshire? Tell us!
David Ehringer/flickr
With four violent crimes and 41 property crimes per 1,000 residents, Rochester has one of the highest crimes rates in the state.
Rochester, NH, USA
Jane023/Wikimedia
This tourist oasis is also one of the most dangerous cities in the state, with 2.7 violent crimes and 35 property crimes per 1,000 residents.
Conway, NH, USA
Adam Chandler86/flickr
Lebanon as 2.6 violent crimes and 32 property crimes per 1,000 residents, making this seemingly charming town on the Connecticut River a little less appealing after dark.
Lebanon, NH, USA
Tyson Luneau/flickr
With four violent crimes and 37 property crimes per 1,000 residents, this lakeside oasis isn’t quite as charming as it seems.
Laconia, NH, USA
Doug Kerr / Flickr
This college town has two violent crimes and 40 property crimes per 1,000 residents.
Keene, NH, USA
Sean Howard/flickr
New Hampshire’s biggest city also has a big crime rate: six violent crimes and 36 property crimes per 1,000 residents.
Manchester, NH, USA
Jeff/Flickr
Nashua has a lower crime rate than many of the cities in New Hampshire, but it’s still relatively high, with two violent crimes and 21 property crimes per 1,000 residents.
Nashua, NH, USA
Shawn Howard/flickr
The state’s capital has a crime rate of two violent crimes and 22 property crimes per 1,000 residents.
Concord, NH, USA
Now that we’ve looked at the most dangerous places in New Hampshire, let’s shift gears! Here are the safest towns in New Hampshire.
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Most Dangerous Places In New Hampshire March 07, 2022 Daniella DiRienzo Are there any other dangerous towns in New Hampshire? The dangerous towns in New Hampshire aren’t limited to those listed above. There are a few others, including Somersworth. With just under 12,000 residents, it’s a relatively small town; however, it has one of the highest crime rates in the state. In fact, there’s a 1 in 19 chance that you’ll be the victim of a crime in Somersworth, compared to safer cities, where the odds are more like 1 in 50. An abundance of property crimes is what really set Somersworth’s overall crime rate over the edge; however, its violent crime rate is pretty high too. There is good news, though. Not one violent crime resulted in murder. What are the most dangerous hikes in New Hampshire? The most dangerous places in New Hampshire aren’t limited to the locales above. There are several places in the state that can be pretty dangerous, including the Huntington Ravine Trail. Billed as one of the most difficult hikes in the White Mountains, the 2.4-mile trail traverses its namesake ravine, resulting in an elevation gain of 2,700 feet throughout the entire hike, making for a steep and strenuous trek! What’s more, the trail requires climbing open and exposed ledges, the use of hand holds, and good footwork, which is why it’s not recommended for novice hikers. The trail is even more dangerous in the winter, as avalanches are common. Are there any dangerous places to avoid in New Hampshire? When it comes to dangerous places to avoid in New Hampshire, there are several deadly roadways that belong on your list. New Hampshire’s Department of Transportation Highway Safety Improvement Program released a list of the state’s 10 most dangerous intersections. Two of the intersections mentioned – the Bridge and Beech Streets intersection and the Beech Street and Cilley Road intersection – are in Manchester. Definitely worthy of their spots on the list, both intersections have seen numerous accidents and injuries over the years.
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Most Dangerous Places In New Hampshire
March 07, 2022
Daniella DiRienzo
Are there any other dangerous towns in New Hampshire? The dangerous towns in New Hampshire aren’t limited to those listed above. There are a few others, including Somersworth. With just under 12,000 residents, it’s a relatively small town; however, it has one of the highest crime rates in the state. In fact, there’s a 1 in 19 chance that you’ll be the victim of a crime in Somersworth, compared to safer cities, where the odds are more like 1 in 50. An abundance of property crimes is what really set Somersworth’s overall crime rate over the edge; however, its violent crime rate is pretty high too. There is good news, though. Not one violent crime resulted in murder. What are the most dangerous hikes in New Hampshire? The most dangerous places in New Hampshire aren’t limited to the locales above. There are several places in the state that can be pretty dangerous, including the Huntington Ravine Trail. Billed as one of the most difficult hikes in the White Mountains, the 2.4-mile trail traverses its namesake ravine, resulting in an elevation gain of 2,700 feet throughout the entire hike, making for a steep and strenuous trek! What’s more, the trail requires climbing open and exposed ledges, the use of hand holds, and good footwork, which is why it’s not recommended for novice hikers. The trail is even more dangerous in the winter, as avalanches are common. Are there any dangerous places to avoid in New Hampshire? When it comes to dangerous places to avoid in New Hampshire, there are several deadly roadways that belong on your list. New Hampshire’s Department of Transportation Highway Safety Improvement Program released a list of the state’s 10 most dangerous intersections. Two of the intersections mentioned – the Bridge and Beech Streets intersection and the Beech Street and Cilley Road intersection – are in Manchester. Definitely worthy of their spots on the list, both intersections have seen numerous accidents and injuries over the years.
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The dangerous towns in New Hampshire aren’t limited to those listed above. There are a few others, including Somersworth. With just under 12,000 residents, it’s a relatively small town; however, it has one of the highest crime rates in the state. In fact, there’s a 1 in 19 chance that you’ll be the victim of a crime in Somersworth, compared to safer cities, where the odds are more like 1 in 50. An abundance of property crimes is what really set Somersworth’s overall crime rate over the edge; however, its violent crime rate is pretty high too. There is good news, though. Not one violent crime resulted in murder.
What are the most dangerous hikes in New Hampshire?
The most dangerous places in New Hampshire aren’t limited to the locales above. There are several places in the state that can be pretty dangerous, including the Huntington Ravine Trail. Billed as one of the most difficult hikes in the White Mountains, the 2.4-mile trail traverses its namesake ravine, resulting in an elevation gain of 2,700 feet throughout the entire hike, making for a steep and strenuous trek! What’s more, the trail requires climbing open and exposed ledges, the use of hand holds, and good footwork, which is why it’s not recommended for novice hikers. The trail is even more dangerous in the winter, as avalanches are common.
Are there any dangerous places to avoid in New Hampshire?
When it comes to dangerous places to avoid in New Hampshire, there are several deadly roadways that belong on your list. New Hampshire’s Department of Transportation Highway Safety Improvement Program released a list of the state’s 10 most dangerous intersections. Two of the intersections mentioned – the Bridge and Beech Streets intersection and the Beech Street and Cilley Road intersection – are in Manchester. Definitely worthy of their spots on the list, both intersections have seen numerous accidents and injuries over the years.
