Is New Haven or Newington Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Newington is safer than New Haven (Safety Score 35/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100,000 versus 4,123 for New Haven — 46% lower. New Haven has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Newington has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New Haven is 4.4x 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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Newington — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New Haven | Newington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,123.3 | 2,212.4 | +1,910.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 536.3 | 76.2 | +460.1 |
| Murder Rate | 10.9 | 0.0 | +10.9 |
| Rape Rate | 32.1 | 25.4 | +6.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 180.7 | 22.2 | +158.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 311.1 | 28.6 | +282.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,587.1 | 2,136.2 | +1,450.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 377.4 | 177.8 | +199.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,402.3 | 1,815.6 | +586.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 807.3 | 142.8 | +664.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New Haven or Newington safer?
Newington is safer with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100K vs 4,123 for New Haven — a 46% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New Haven has a violent crime rate of 536.3 per 100K while Newington has 76.2. Newington has lower violent crime.
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.
About Newington, CT
Newington, Connecticut, a Hartford suburb, is home to the first-ever organized town-wide park and recreation department. Situated just south of West Hartford, the town has a population of over 30,000 residents. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 31,504, Newington has a total crime rate of 2,212.4 per 100,000 residents.