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Is Glastonbury or New Haven Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Glastonbury is safer than New Haven (Safety Score 75/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 990 per 100,000 versus 4,123 for New Haven — 76% lower. Glastonbury has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Glastonbury has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New Haven is 3.9x 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 Glastonbury, CT?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Glastonbury | New Haven | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 990.1 | 4,123.3 | -3,133.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 28.4 | 536.3 | -507.9 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 10.9 | -10.9 |
| Rape Rate | 5.7 | 32.1 | -26.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 2.8 | 180.7 | -177.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 19.9 | 311.1 | -291.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 961.7 | 3,587.1 | -2,625.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 70.9 | 377.4 | -306.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 819.9 | 2,402.3 | -1,582.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 70.9 | 807.3 | -736.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Glastonbury, CT to New Haven, 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 Glastonbury or New Haven safer?
Glastonbury is safer with a total crime rate of 990 per 100K vs 4,123 for New Haven — a 76% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Glastonbury has a violent crime rate of 28.4 per 100K while New Haven has 536.3. Glastonbury has lower violent crime.
About Glastonbury, CT
Glastonbury, CT, established in 1693, is a suburban town on the Connecticut River's east bank. Known for its orchards and historic homes, it's home to over 35,000 residents. With a safety score of 75/100 and a population coverage of 35,249, Glastonbury has a total crime rate of 990.1 per 100,000 residents.
About New Haven, CT
Home to Yale University since 1701, New Haven is a coastal city in south-central Connecticut. Its diverse population is roughly 135,000 residents. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 137,243, New Haven has a total crime rate of 4,123.3 per 100,000 residents.