Is New York City or North Haven Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, North Haven is safer than New York City (Safety Score 25/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,662 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 12% lower. New York City has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where North Haven has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 341.0x 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 MORE DANGEROUS than New York City, NY?
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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North Haven — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | North Haven | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,662.3 | +377.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 37.0 | +634.5 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 4.1 | +19.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 28.8 | +158.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 4.1 | +452.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 2,625.3 | -257.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 205.4 | -50.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 2,140.5 | -125.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 279.4 | -80.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or North Haven safer?
North Haven is safer with a total crime rate of 2,662 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 12% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while North Haven has 37.0. North Haven has lower violent crime.
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.
About North Haven, CT
North Haven, a suburban town in New Haven County, is home to Quinnipiac University's York Hill Campus. Situated along the Quinnipiac River, it's a community with a rich agricultural past and a current population of around 24,000. With a safety score of 25/100 and a population coverage of 24,340, North Haven has a total crime rate of 2,662.3 per 100,000 residents.