Moving from Bridgeport, CT to Greenwich, CT?
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Is Bridgeport or Greenwich Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Greenwich is safer than Bridgeport (Safety Score 79/100 vs 45/100), with a total crime rate of 877 per 100,000 versus 1,863 for Bridgeport — 53% lower. Bridgeport has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Greenwich has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Bridgeport is 2.3x 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 Bridgeport, CT?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Bridgeport | Greenwich | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,863.2 | 876.7 | +986.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 394.2 | 9.4 | +384.8 |
| Murder Rate | 8.1 | 0.0 | +8.1 |
| Rape Rate | 41.9 | 4.7 | +37.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 153.2 | 4.7 | +148.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 189.7 | 0.0 | +189.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,469.0 | 867.2 | +601.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 224.1 | 91.1 | +133.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 771.6 | 642.6 | +129.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 473.2 | 133.5 | +339.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Bridgeport, CT to Greenwich, CT?
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 Bridgeport or Greenwich safer?
Greenwich is safer with a total crime rate of 877 per 100K vs 1,863 for Bridgeport — a 53% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bridgeport has a violent crime rate of 394.2 per 100K while Greenwich has 9.4. Greenwich has lower violent crime.
About Bridgeport, CT
Bridgeport, Connecticut, once a manufacturing hub and home to P.T. Barnum, sits on Long Island Sound. It is the most populous city in the state. With a safety score of 45/100 and a population coverage of 148,132, Bridgeport has a total crime rate of 1,863.2 per 100,000 residents.
About Greenwich, CT
Greenwich, Connecticut, a wealthy coastal town in Fairfield County, is known for its hedge funds and affluent residents. It sits on Long Island Sound, bordering New York. With a safety score of 79/100 and a population coverage of 63,651, Greenwich has a total crime rate of 876.7 per 100,000 residents.