Crime Safety Grade

B+

Stamford, CT Crime Rate

Lower crime than 74% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 19+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

Is Stamford Safe?

With an overall crime index of 88, Stamford has a 12% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 263. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Roxbury earning an A+ grade while Waterside rates C.

Crime Index Comparison

Stamford
88
Connecticut Avg
75
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
88
12% below average
Violent Crime
95
5% below average
Property Crime
83
17% below average
Safe Areas
84%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Stamford

1 in 263

Property crime: 1 in 301

Where Is It Safe in Stamford?

Stamford Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 2% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 50% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 94 ▼ 6%
Assault Violent 88 ▼ 12%
Robbery Violent 102 ▲ 2%
Burglary Property 50 ▼ 50%
Larceny / Theft Property 97 ▼ 3%
Vehicle Theft Property 102 ▲ 2%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Stamford Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Roxbury A+ 10
2 Palmers Hill A+ 15
3 North Stamford A+ 29
4 Newfield A 88
5 Turn of River A 41
6 Westover A 75
7 Shippan Point A 86
8 Springdale A 91
9 Cove A 81
10 Ridgeway A- 45
11 Belltown A- 84
12 Glenbrook A- 82
13 Hubbard Heights A- 90
14 Shippan B+ 150
15 East Side B+ 107
16 West Side B 126
17 South End C+ 156
18 Downtown C 164
19 Waterside C 158

Stamford Crime by Zip Code

Stamford Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
130,057
Median Income
$96,885
Home Value
$541,560
Median Rent
$1,877
Home Ownership
50%

Racial Demographics

White
57.2%
Black
16.2%
Hispanic
27.6%
Asian
10.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Stamford?
Stamford has an overall crime index of 88, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 84% of neighborhoods in Stamford are rated A or B for safety.
Is Stamford safe to live in?
Stamford has a crime safety grade of B+. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Stamford?
The safest neighborhoods in Stamford based on crime data include Roxbury, Palmers Hill, North Stamford, Newfield, and Turn of River. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Stamford crime compare to the national average?
Stamford's overall crime index is 88 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 12% lower than the typical US city.

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