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Is West Haven, Connecticut Safe?

Population 55,351 · Safer than 39% of US cities

Declining· 2023 FBI UCR data

A C grade for West Haven means there's room for concern. The 205.9 per-thousand crime rate and violent crime below the national average tell the story. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,180 per 100K.

West Haven Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricWest HavenConnecticut AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate290.8331.6363.8
Property Crime Rate1768.62084.81,832.3
Murder Rate5.0--5.7
Assault Rate226.0--268.2
Theft Rate1180.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate162.0--318.3

All rates per 100,000 residents. 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report + Census Bureau population estimates.

Overall SafetyC

205.9 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeC+

291/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeC

1769/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for West Haven

Violent crime in West Haven is below the national average. The rate of 290.8 per 100K falls below the national 363.8.

Property crime is close to the national average at 1768.6 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,180 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

West Haven Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder5
088% of avgAvg: 5.7
Assault226
084% of avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery69
01.1x national avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary219
081% of avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,180
084% of avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft162
051% of avgAvg: 318.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. Vertical marker = national average.

How West Haven Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

West Haven
290.8
State
331.6
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

West Haven
1768.6
State
2084.8
National
1832.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. National averages from 2023 FBI UCR data.

Frequently Asked Questions About West Haven Safety

Is West Haven safe?
Not especially. West Haven earns a C with a crime rate of 205.9 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs below the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in West Haven?
205.9 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 290.8 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 1768.6 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is West Haven safe for tourists?
Stick to well-traveled areas and you'll be fine. West Haven has a C grade, so it's not the safest destination, but tourist areas generally see less violent crime than the citywide average suggests.
What are the safest neighborhoods in West Haven?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in West Haven generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the West Haven police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in West Haven?
Yes, there's been an uptick. West Haven's crime rates have moved in the wrong direction recently, though the city still holds a C grade overall.
How does West Haven compare to other cities in Connecticut?
Below average for the state. West Haven ranks behind about 67% of Connecticut cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.0x the national rate.
How safe is West Haven to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is below the national average, which is encouraging. The upward trend in crime is concerning.
How bad is crime in West Haven?
Mixed. Violent crime is below the national average, and property crime is close to the national average. It's not great, but it's not the worst either, landing at the 39th percentile nationally.
What is the violent crime rate in West Haven?
290.8 per 100,000, which is 20% below the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (226), robbery (69), and murder (5.0) per 100,000.

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2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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