Is New Haven, CT Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
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New Haven, Connecticut reported 638.11 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 3.31 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 445.11 per 100,000 above that reference, with 848 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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New Haven, Connecticut reported 139.21 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.89 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 90.97 per 100,000 above that reference, with 185 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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New Haven, Connecticut reported 2,375.60 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.15 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 1,268.63 per 100,000 above that reference, with 3,157 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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New Haven, Connecticut reported 246.06 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.31 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 57.91 per 100,000 above that reference, with 327 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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New Haven, Connecticut reported 243.81 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.06 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 14.25 per 100,000 above that reference, with 324 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, New Haven, CT has an adjusted safety score of 19.84 out of 100. It ranks #3 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Connecticut. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as increasing.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Connecticut workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 185 | 139.21 | 48.24 |
2.89× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 324 | 243.81 | 229.56 |
1.06× national |
| Burglary | 327 | 246.06 | 188.15 |
1.31× national |
| Larceny-theft | 3157 | 2375.6 | 1106.97 |
2.15× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 848 | 638.11 | 193.0 |
3.31× national |
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What drives New Haven's safety score?
New Haven ranks in the bottom quarter of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Connecticut, ahead of approximately 0% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 132,893 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Personal Safety at 29.1, while Property Security is lowest at 8.56. The 20.54-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Motor Vehicle Theft is highest relative to its national reference at 638.11 per 100,000 (3.31× the national rate). Aggravated Assault is lowest on the same relative basis at 243.81 per 100,000 (1.06× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
New Haven, Connecticut recorded 3,157 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 65.2% of the 4,841 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 185 robbery reports (3.8%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
New Haven, Connecticut recorded 848 motor vehicle theft offenses in 2025, 17.5% of the 4,841 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 185 robbery reports (3.8%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
New Haven, Connecticut recorded 327 burglary offenses in 2025, 6.8% of the 4,841 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 185 robbery reports (3.8%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
New Haven, Connecticut uses a reporting population of 132,893 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
New Haven, Connecticut has an adjusted score of 19.84 points out of 100 versus 65.18 in Stamford, Connecticut, a difference of 45.34 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; New Haven ranks 3 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
New Haven, Connecticut has an adjusted score of 19.84 points out of 100 versus 62.23 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, a difference of 42.39 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; New Haven ranks 3 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New Haven safe compared to other places in Connecticut?
New Haven is classified as having low relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 19.84 out of 100 and ranks #3 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Connecticut.
What is the crime rate in New Haven?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is New Haven's safety rating?
New Haven's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 19.84 out of 100, which ranks #3 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Connecticut. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as increasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in New Haven?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for New Haven?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.