Is East Haven or Los Angeles Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, East Haven is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 39/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 2,051 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 7% lower. East Haven has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where East Haven has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 138.3x 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 | East Haven | Los Angeles | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,051.2 | 2,212.5 | -161.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 98.4 | 728.5 | -630.2 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 7.0 | -7.0 |
| Rape Rate | 29.2 | 40.3 | -11.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 14.6 | 209.9 | -195.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 54.7 | 471.4 | -416.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,952.9 | 1,483.9 | +468.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 134.8 | 372.8 | -238.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,369.9 | 851.5 | +518.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 448.1 | 259.6 | +188.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Haven or Los Angeles safer?
East Haven is safer with a total crime rate of 2,051 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 7% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
East Haven has a violent crime rate of 98.4 per 100K while Los Angeles has 728.5. East Haven has lower violent crime.
About East Haven, CT
East Haven, Connecticut, a shoreline town in New Haven County, was home to the first publicly funded library in the U.S. Its Long Island Sound beaches define its southern border. With a safety score of 39/100 and a population coverage of 27,447, East Haven has a total crime rate of 2,051.2 per 100,000 residents.
About Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, a sprawling Southern California metropolis, is a major Pacific Rim gateway, home to Hollywood's film industry. Its diverse population of nearly 4 million people resides across a vast urban landscape bordered by mountains and the Pacific Ocean. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 3,796,352, Los Angeles has a total crime rate of 2,212.5 per 100,000 residents.