Brighton, MI Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 96% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Brighton Safe?
Yes — Brighton is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Brighton has a crime rate that is 51% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 553.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 553
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
52% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 84
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
35% lower than national average
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Brighton Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
53 | -47% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
35 | -65% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
34 | -66% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
53 | -47% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
62 | -38% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
56 | -44% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Brighton Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
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Brighton Crime by Zip Code
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Brighton Demographics & Context
Racial Demographics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Brighton, MI?
Brighton, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 51% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 553 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 84 chance for property crime. Brighton has lower crime than 96% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Brighton, MI safe to live in?
Brighton is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Brighton is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Brighton?
The estimated violent crime rate in Brighton is 180.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 52% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 553 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.5 per 100K (50% below average); aggravated assault at 141.0 per 100K (47% below average); robbery at 25.8 per 100K (65% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Brighton?
The estimated property crime rate in Brighton is 1,186.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 35% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 84 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 141.8 per 100K (47% below average); larceny/theft at 866.8 per 100K (38% below average); vehicle theft at 177.4 per 100K (44% below average).
How does Brighton crime compare to the national average?
Brighton's overall crime rate is 51% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (38% below average), while rape is 66% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Brighton has lower crime than 96% of them.
Is Brighton safe to visit?
Brighton is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 35% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Brighton crime compare to the rest of Michigan?
Michigan as a whole has crime that is 7% above the national average. Brighton's crime rate is 51% below the national average, making it safer the typical Michigan city.
What type of crime is most common in Brighton?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Brighton, with an estimated rate of 866.8 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 38% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,186 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (181 per 100K) in Brighton, which is consistent with national trends.