Safest Cities in Connecticut

Top 37 cities ranked by safest cities

Safest Cities - Connecticut

1 Greenwich 9/100K
2 New Canaan 10/100K
3 Bethel 10/100K
4 Ridgefield 24/100K
5 New Milford 25/100K
6 Orange 42/100K
7 Shelton 42/100K
8 North Haven 45/100K
9 Naugatuck 50/100K
10 Bristol 58/100K
11 Wethersfield 59/100K
12 West Hartford 64/100K
13 Middletown 64/100K
14 Newington 79/100K
15 Torrington 81/100K
16 East Hartford 91/100K
17 Norwalk 91/100K
18 Windsor Locks 96/100K
19 East Haven 98/100K
20 West Haven 104/100K
21 Ansonia 115/100K
22 Milford 117/100K
23 Manchester 131/100K
24 Putnam 139/100K
25 Meriden 152/100K
26 Stamford 160/100K
27 Willimantic 179/100K
28 New London 201/100K
29 Norwich 213/100K
30 Groton 215/100K
31 Danbury 268/100K
32 Derby 314/100K
33 Waterbury 328/100K
34 Bridgeport 402/100K
35 New Britain 433/100K
36 Hartford 527/100K
37 New Haven 536/100K

The safest cities in Connecticut have the lowest violent crime rates, making them attractive to families and individuals seeking secure communities. Greenwich leads with just 9.4 violent crimes per 1,000 residents.

Low crime rates are associated with multiple factors including strong community bonds, well-funded police departments, economic stability, and high levels of education and employment. These cities often have active neighborhood watch programs and community policing initiatives.

Safety is consistently ranked as one of the top priorities for families choosing where to live. The cities on this list demonstrate that low crime and high quality of life often go hand in hand with strong economic conditions and community engagement.

Did You Know?

  • 1. Greenwich has just 9.4 violent crimes per 1,000 residents - well below the national average of about 4.0.
  • 2. The safest cities tend to have strong economies, high education levels, and active community engagement programs.
  • 3. Property crime rates in these cities are typically low as well, with most ranking below the national average across all crime categories.

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