New London, CT Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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17%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

35%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

14%

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}	New London_{/100k people}	Connecticut_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	533	n/a (estimate)	1,926	1,644	2,324
Murder	2	n/a	7.2	3.8	6.3
Rape	20	n/a	72.3	18.1	40.0
Robbery	25	n/a	90.4	44.9	66.1
Assault	19	n/a	68.7	83.3	268.2
Violent crime	66	n/a (estimate)	239	150	370
Burglary	63	n/a	227.7	130.1	269.8
Theft	328	n/a	1,185.5	1,168.1	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	76	n/a	274.7	195.8	282.7
Property crime	467	n/a (estimate)	1,688	1,494	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in New London, CT

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in New London is 17.1% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 66 violent crimes reported in New London, equivalent to 239 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 35.5%. Additionally, New London recorded 467 property crimes, amounting to 1688 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 13.6%.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in New London?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in New London. Based on the results of the surveys (9 responses), 44% of people felt that there was very little crime in New London and felt safe walking alone at night. While 56% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is New London a Safe Place to Live?

Is New London a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, New London has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 17%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 1.46 daily incidents, encompassing 0.18 violent crimes and 1.28 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of New London as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in New London Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in New London has decreased by 1.7%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of New London, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has decreased by 10.8%, while property crime has decreased by 0.2%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not New London is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in New London

In New London, the cost of living is 6.42% higher than the national average. A substantial cost of living can burden residents, particularly those with constrained financial means. When individuals contend with steep housing expenses, grocery bills, utility costs, healthcare and essential needs that strain their budgets, they may turn to criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Conversely, cities characterized by a more affordable cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, which could potentially lead to decreased crime rates.

Law enforcement and community policing efforts can play a pivotal role in shaping crime rates. Establishing a robust and cooperative partnership between the police and the community can act as a deterrent to criminal behavior and enhance overall safety. In New London, the ratio of police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents differs from the national average, with 3.51 officers and civilians per 1,000 residents compared to 3.25 nationally. Effective law enforcement often hinges on community policing strategies that prioritize the cultivation of trust and collaboration between law enforcement and the community. It's not solely about the quantity of officers but also the quality of their engagement with the community.

The median home price in New London is $186,900, compared to the national average of $184,700. High housing costs can lead to financial stress for residents. When individuals struggle to make ends meet due to expensive housing, they may be more inclined to engage in criminal activities to address their financial difficulties, such as theft or fraud. Communities with stable housing environments tend to foster stronger social bonds and community engagement. This can lead to increased vigilance and cooperation among residents, which can deter criminal behavior.

New London crime map

The New London crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in New London 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 New London crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the New London 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

New London crime rates are 17% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in New London are 35% lower than the national average
In New London you have a 1 in 52 chance of becoming a victim of crime
New London is safer than 44% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in New London has decreased by 5%

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Daily Crime In New London (per 100,000 people)

The graph above illustrates the number of daily crimes in New London, CT per 100,000 people. In New London, the total number of daily crimes is 1.17 times more than the Connecticut average and 1.21 times less than the national average. The number of daily violent crimes in New London is 1.59 times more than the Connecticut average and 1.55 times less than the national average. With regards to property crimes, New London has a daily crime rate that is 1.13 times more than the Connecticut average and 1.16 times less than the national average.

How Safe is New London (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in New London, Connecticut compared to other areas of Connecticut, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is New London safe? In the graphs above, it shows that New London is safer than 25% of Connecticut cities, and 44% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Connecticut, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than New London. At this time, New London sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in New London

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in New London is 1 in 420

The chance of being a victim of property crime in New London is 1 in 60

The chance of being a victim of crime in New London is 1 in 52

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In New London, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 420. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 60 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in New London is 1 in 52.

Year Over Year Crime In New London (per 100,000 people)

Determining whether New London is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. New London violent crime rates have decreased by 13%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 3% year over year. Total crimes for New London has decreased by 5% in the same time frame.

New London police department

Item	New London	Connecticut	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	97	5,593	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	3.5	2.6	3.3

There are a total of 97 New London police officers. This results in 3.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 34.9% greater than the Connecticut average and 7.9% greater 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}
Groton Long Point, CT	436	0	0	0
Noank, CT	1,454	29	293	323
Old Saybrook Center, CT	1,984	33	326	359
Mystic, CT	4,776	51	503	554
Watch Hill, RI	196	69	519	589
Misquamicut, RI	378	69	519	589
Gales Ferry, CT	1,093	61	603	664
New London, CT	27,001	239	1,688	1,926

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
West Chicago, IL	26,998	280	1,639	1,919
Maryland Heights, MO	26,996	306	2,673	2,979
Mount Pleasant, WI	27,008	112	1,767	1,879
Norco, CA	27,021	202	2,793	2,996
Magna, UT	27,029	336	2,634	2,970
New London, CT	27,001	239	1,688	1,926

Source: The New London, 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.