Capitol View Neighborhood, Hartford
Last updated: June 6, 2026
Crime Rate & Statistics
High crime area — exercise caution, especially at night
Summary: Capitol View, Hartford Crime Rate (2026)
Capitol View in Hartford, CT has a crime safety grade of D- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 176, which is 76% above the national average.
Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: June 6, 2026.
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Is Capitol View Safe?
No — this is a high-crime area. Capitol View in Hartford, CT has a safety grade of D-. The overall crime index is 176, which is 76% above the national average of 100.
Compared to the Hartford average (crime index 155), Capitol View is 21% higher in overall crime.
Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 189, 89% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 22). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.
Capitol View 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
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Murder
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184 | +84% | High | |
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Assault
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165 | +65% | High | |
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Robbery
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189 | +89% | High | |
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Rape
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22 | -78% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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154 | +54% | High | |
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Larceny / Theft
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187 | +87% | High | |
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Vehicle Theft
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175 | +75% | High | |
How Capitol View Compares
Crime index by category: Capitol View vs Hartford average vs national average.
Crime by Category
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Capitol View Crime Map
Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Capitol View, Hartford?
Capitol View in Hartford, CT has a crime safety grade of D- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 176, which is 76% above the national average. Compared to the Hartford average, crime in Capitol View is 21% higher.
Is Capitol View a safe neighborhood in Hartford?
Capitol View has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D-. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 189), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 22).
How does Capitol View compare to the rest of Hartford?
Capitol View's overall crime index is 176, compared to the Hartford average of 155. This means crime in Capitol View is 21% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 140, and for property crime it is 172. 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 Capitol View?
The most prevalent crime type in Capitol View is Robbery, with a crime index of 189 (89% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.
What are safer neighborhoods near Capitol View?
Nearby neighborhoods include Downtown, Asylum Hill, Frog Hollow, Clay Arsenal. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.
What are the demographics of Capitol View?
Capitol View has a population of approximately 11. The median household income is $69,940. The median home value is $70,000. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Capitol View crime compare to the national average?
Capitol View's overall crime rate is 76% above the national average (index 176 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 June 2026.