Is East Haven or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, East Haven is safer than New York City (Safety Score 39/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,051 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 33% lower. East Haven has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where East Haven has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 302.4x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
East Haven — 5-Year Trend
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New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | East Haven | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,051.2 | 3,039.7 | -988.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 98.4 | 671.4 | -573.1 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 3.9 | -3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 29.2 | 23.4 | +5.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 14.6 | 187.5 | -172.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 54.7 | 456.2 | -401.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,952.9 | 2,368.3 | -415.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 134.8 | 154.7 | -19.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,369.9 | 2,015.0 | -645.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 448.1 | 198.5 | +249.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Haven or New York City safer?
East Haven is safer with a total crime rate of 2,051 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 33% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
East Haven has a violent crime rate of 98.4 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. 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 New York City, NY
New York City, a global financial hub, sits at the mouth of the Hudson River. Home to the iconic Statue of Liberty, its five boroughs house over 8 million people, making it the most populous city in the United States. With a safety score of 19/100 and a population coverage of 8,299,271, New York City has a total crime rate of 3,039.7 per 100,000 residents.