Torrington, CT Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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52%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

85%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

46%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Torrington_{/100k people}	Connecticut_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	391	n/a (estimate)	1,108	1,644	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	3.8	6.3
Rape	3	n/a	8.5	18.1	40.0
Robbery	6	n/a	17.0	44.9	66.1
Assault	10	n/a	28.3	83.3	268.2
Violent crime	19	n/a (estimate)	54	150	370
Burglary	31	n/a	87.8	130.1	269.8
Theft	319	n/a	903.6	1,168.1	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	22	n/a	62.3	195.8	282.7
Property crime	372	n/a (estimate)	1,054	1,494	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Torrington, CT

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Torrington is 52.4% lower than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Torrington, there were 19 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 54 per 100,000 individuals, 85.5% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 372 property crimes, amounting to 1054 per 100,000 residents, 46.1% lower than the U.S. average.

With only 54 incidents per 100,000 people, Torrington boasts an exceptionally low rate of violent crimes, positioning it as one of the safest cities in the United States. Given these low violent crime rates, Torrington has become an appealing destination for individuals in search of a secure and welcoming place to establish their new home.

During the most recently reported crime year, Torrington experienced a total of 0 reported murders. This statistic paints it as a beacon of security when it comes to severe violent crimes. Such an achievement not only instills a profound sense of security for its residents but also sets a high standard for other communities striving to create similarly secure environments. It underscores the area as a place where safety is a top priority, enhancing its appeal as a desirable location to live and thrive.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Torrington?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Torrington residents. Out of the respondents (11 in total), 73% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Torrington were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 27% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Torrington a Safe Place to Live?

Determining whether Torrington is a place to live may not always yield a simple answer, given the city's varying safety levels across different areas. Nonetheless, comprehending the city's overall crime rate can be a valuable asset. In broad terms, Torrington has an overall crime rate that is 52% lower than the national average. When we take a look at crime on a daily basis, this translates into 1.07 daily occurrences, comprising 0.05 violent crimes and 1.02 property crimes. Scrutinizing these statistics provides a foundation for a more informed assessment of the suitability of Torrington as a potential place to establish residency.

Has Crime in Torrington Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Torrington crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Torrington has decreased by 14.6% year over year. Violent crime has decreased by 29.6% and property crime has decreased by 13.7%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Torrington

The economic well-being of a city's residents plays a significant role in crime rates. High poverty rates and income inequality can lead to increased crime stats as individuals may resort to illegal activities to meet their basic needs. While lower rates could lead to a lower Torrington crime rate. The poverty level in Torrington is 11.1%, while the national average is 15.1%.

Torrington reports an unemployment rate of 4.4%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. Constrained employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-paying positions can contribute to elevated rates of unemployment and underemployment. Areas where individuals contend with joblessness or insufficient wages may display heightened susceptibility to an increase in criminal activities attributed to economic insecurity. Conversely, regions characterized by robust employment rates often witness a decrease in overall Torrington crime rates.

Torrington has a population density of 861.6 people per square mile, while with the national average is 90.6 people per square mile. Cities characterized by high population density are frequently larger urban centers offering diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality may be accentuated, resulting in the coexistence of poverty and affluence. Such economic disparities can contribute to elevated property crimes and on occasion, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density generally record lower Torrington crime rates.

Torrington crime map

The Torrington crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Torrington as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Torrington crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Torrington crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Torrington crime rates are 52% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Torrington are 85% lower than the national average
In Torrington you have a 1 in 91 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Torrington is safer than 78% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Torrington has decreased by 19%

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Daily Crime In Torrington (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Torrington, per 100,000 residents. In Torrington, the total number of daily crimes is 1.48 times less than the Connecticut average and 2.10 times less than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Torrington are 2.79 times less than the Connecticut average and 6.87 times less than the national average. For property crime, Torrington has a daily crime rate that is 1.42 times less than the Connecticut average and 1.85 times less than the daily national average.

How Safe is Torrington (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Torrington in comparison to other Connecticut communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Torrington safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Torrington being safer than 71% of cities in Connecticut and 78% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Connecticut cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Torrington. In conclusion, Torrington ranks above average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Torrington

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Torrington is 1 in 1859

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Torrington is 1 in 95

The chance of being a victim of crime in Torrington is 1 in 91

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Torrington? If you reside in Torrington, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 1859. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 95 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Torrington, is 1 in 91.

Year Over Year Crime In Torrington (per 100,000 people)

Determining whether Torrington is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Torrington violent crime rates have decreased by 33%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 18% year over year. Total crimes for Torrington has decreased by 19% in the same time frame.

Torrington police department

Item	Torrington	Connecticut	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	88	5,593	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.4	2.6	3.3

There are a total of 88 Torrington police officers. This results in 2.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 6.7% less than the Connecticut average and 25.4% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Connecticut

State	Total offenders	Connecticut_/100K	National_/100K
Connecticut	6,088	184	266

There are a total of 6,088 sex offenders in Connecticut. This yields a total of 184 sex offenders in Connecticut per 100,000 residents which is 31% less than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
West Simsbury, CT	3,131	25	248	273
North Granby, CT	1,425	40	395	435
Litchfield, CT	1,279	40	400	440
Bethlehem Village, CT	1,792	48	473	521
Canton Valley, CT	1,294	51	508	559
New Milford, CT	6,749	28	651	680
Collinsville, CT	3,729	67	667	734
Torrington, CT	34,259	54	1,054	1,108

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Butte-Silver Bow, MT	34,263	538	2,470	3,009
Wenatchee, WA	34,249	240	2,769	3,009
Adelanto, CA	34,238	896	935	1,832
Kennesaw, GA	34,232	194	998	1,192
Chillum, MD	34,230	551	2,263	2,814
Torrington, CT	34,259	54	1,054	1,108

Source: The Torrington, CT crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.