Moving from Bridgeport, CT to West Hartford, CT?
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Is Bridgeport or West Hartford Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Bridgeport is safer than West Hartford (Safety Score 45/100 vs 23/100), with a total crime rate of 1,863 per 100,000 versus 2,796 for West Hartford — 33% lower. Bridgeport has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where West Hartford 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 | West Hartford | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,863.2 | 2,795.9 | -932.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 394.2 | 64.0 | +330.3 |
| Murder Rate | 8.1 | 0.0 | +8.1 |
| Rape Rate | 41.9 | 4.7 | +37.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 153.2 | 43.7 | +109.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 189.7 | 15.6 | +174.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,469.0 | 2,732.0 | -1,263.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 224.1 | 243.4 | -19.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 771.6 | 2,248.3 | -1,476.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 473.2 | 240.3 | +233.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Bridgeport, CT to West Hartford, 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 West Hartford safer?
Bridgeport is safer with a total crime rate of 1,863 per 100K vs 2,796 for West Hartford — a 33% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bridgeport has a violent crime rate of 394.2 per 100K while West Hartford has 64.0. West Hartford 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 West Hartford, CT
West Hartford, a affluent suburb of Hartford, is home to Elizabeth Park, America's oldest public rose garden. It's a densely populated town with a median household income significantly above the state average. With a safety score of 23/100 and a population coverage of 64,093, West Hartford has a total crime rate of 2,795.9 per 100,000 residents.