Is Branford or Lombard Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Lombard is safer than Branford (Safety Score 49/100 vs 49/100), with a total crime rate of 1,717 per 100,000 versus 1,718 for Branford — 0% lower. Branford has higher rates in 3 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Branford has a 60% lower rate.
Branford — 5-Year Trend
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Lombard — 5-Year Trend
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Branford, CT
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Branford | Lombard | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,717.9 | 1,716.5 | +1.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 46.4 | 117.0 | -70.6 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 14.3 | 39.0 | -24.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 14.3 | 25.2 | -11.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 17.9 | 52.8 | -34.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,671.4 | 1,599.5 | +71.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 432.1 | 181.3 | +250.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,053.6 | 1,356.3 | -302.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 185.7 | 62.0 | +123.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Branford or Lombard safer?
Lombard is safer with a total crime rate of 1,717 per 100K vs 1,718 for Branford — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Branford has a violent crime rate of 46.4 per 100K while Lombard has 117.0. Branford has lower violent crime.
About Branford, CT
Branford, a historic shoreline town established in 1644, sits on Long Island Sound, east of New Haven. Its picturesque town green and coastal access define this predominantly residential community. With a safety score of 49/100 and a population coverage of 28,000, Branford has a total crime rate of 1,717.9 per 100,000 residents.
About Lombard, IL
Lombard, "The Lilac Village," is a western suburb of Chicago in DuPage County. It's home to the historic Sheldon Peck Homestead and boasts a diverse population of over 46,000 residents. With a safety score of 49/100 and a population coverage of 43,576, Lombard has a total crime rate of 1,716.5 per 100,000 residents.