470 Capitol Towers Neighborhood, Hartford
Last updated: October 21, 2026
Crime Rate & Statistics
High crime area — significantly above-average crime rates
Summary: 470 Capitol Towers, Hartford Crime Rate (2026)
470 Capitol Towers, Hartford, CT has a crime safety grade of D as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 96% above the national average.
Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 21, 2026.
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Is 470 Capitol Towers Safe?
No — this is a high-crime area. 470 Capitol Towers in Hartford, CT has a safety grade of D. The overall crime index is 196, which is 96% above the national average of 100.
Compared to the Hartford average (crime index 155), 470 Capitol Towers is 41% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.
Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 196, 96% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 148).
470 Capitol Towers Crime Breakdown
Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Hartford city average. Higher values mean more crime.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
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| Violent Crime | ||||
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Murder
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195 | +95% | High | |
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Assault
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193 | +93% | High | |
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Robbery
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188 | +88% | High | |
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Rape
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195 | +95% | High | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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148 | +48% | Moderate | |
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Larceny / Theft
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189 | +89% | High | |
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Vehicle Theft
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196 | +96% | High | |
How 470 Capitol Towers Compares
Crime index by category: 470 Capitol Towers vs Hartford average vs national average.
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470 Capitol Towers Crime Map
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470 Capitol Towers Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in 470 Capitol Towers, Hartford?
470 Capitol Towers in Hartford, CT has a crime safety grade of D as of 2026. The overall crime index is 196, which is 96% above the national average. Compared to the Hartford average, crime in 470 Capitol Towers is 41% higher.
Is 470 Capitol Towers a safe neighborhood in Hartford?
470 Capitol Towers has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 196), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 148).
How does 470 Capitol Towers compare to the rest of Hartford?
470 Capitol Towers's overall crime index is 196, compared to the Hartford average of 155. This means crime in 470 Capitol Towers is 41% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 193, and for property crime it is 178. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.
What type of crime is most common in 470 Capitol Towers?
The most common crime type in 470 Capitol Towers is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 196 (96% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.
What are safer neighborhoods near 470 Capitol Towers?
Nearby neighborhoods include Frog Hollow, South Green, Downtown, Asylum Hill. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.
What are the demographics of 470 Capitol Towers?
470 Capitol Towers has a population of approximately 36. The median household income is $14,759. The median home value is $225,000. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does 470 Capitol Towers crime compare to the national average?
470 Capitol Towers's overall crime rate is 96% above the national average (index 196 vs 100). For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.
Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated October 2026.