Is Bridgeport or North Haven Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Bridgeport is safer than North Haven (Safety Score 45/100 vs 25/100), with a total crime rate of 1,863 per 100,000 versus 2,662 for North Haven — 30% lower. Bridgeport has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where North Haven has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Bridgeport is 6.1x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Bridgeport | North Haven | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,863.2 | 2,662.3 | -799.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 394.2 | 37.0 | +357.3 |
| Murder Rate | 8.1 | 0.0 | +8.1 |
| Rape Rate | 41.9 | 4.1 | +37.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 153.2 | 28.8 | +124.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 189.7 | 4.1 | +185.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,469.0 | 2,625.3 | -1,156.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 224.1 | 205.4 | +18.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 771.6 | 2,140.5 | -1,368.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 473.2 | 279.4 | +193.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bridgeport or North Haven safer?
Bridgeport is safer with a total crime rate of 1,863 per 100K vs 2,662 for North Haven — a 30% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bridgeport has a violent crime rate of 394.2 per 100K while North Haven has 37.0. North Haven 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 North Haven, CT
North Haven, a suburban town in New Haven County, is home to Quinnipiac University's York Hill Campus. Situated along the Quinnipiac River, it's a community with a rich agricultural past and a current population of around 24,000. With a safety score of 25/100 and a population coverage of 24,340, North Haven has a total crime rate of 2,662.3 per 100,000 residents.