Crime Safety Grade

D

Waterbury, CT Crime Rate

Higher crime than 77% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 45+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Waterbury Safe?

With an overall crime index of 134, Waterbury has a 34% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 198. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Country Club earning an A+ grade while Berkeley Heights rates D.

Crime Index Comparison

Waterbury
134
Connecticut Avg
75
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
134
34% above average
Violent Crime
126
26% above average
Property Crime
136
36% above average
Safe Areas
62%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Waterbury

1 in 198

Property crime: 1 in 184

Where Is It Safe in Waterbury?

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Waterbury Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 41% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 16% above avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 131 ▲ 31%
Assault Violent 131 ▲ 31%
Robbery Violent 116 ▲ 16%
Burglary Property 129 ▲ 29%
Larceny / Theft Property 141 ▲ 41%
Vehicle Theft Property 139 ▲ 39%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Waterbury Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Country Club A+ 7
2 CNVR Higher Education Center A 77
3 Hop Brook A 53
4 Platts Mills A 70
5 West Side Manor A 115
6 Bunker Hill A 82
7 Town Plot A 115
8 East Mountain A- 85
9 Woodhaven A- 72
10 Maplewood Manor A- 73
11 Alexander Avenue A- 115
12 East Farms A- 90
13 Hopeville A- 109
14 Boulevard A- 99
15 West End B+ 124
16 Reidville B+ 153
17 Browns Meadows B+ 93
18 Overlook B+ 99
19 Hill Street B+ 120
20 Mill Plain B+ 150
21 Newtown Heights B+ 140
22 Bouley Manor B+ 116
23 Fairlawn B+ 148
24 Pierpont Road B+ 143
25 Deerfield and Sunset B+ 143
26 Woodtick Road B 157
27 East End B 124
28 Brooklyn B 149
29 Wolcott Road C+ 163
30 Reidville Industrial Park C+ 177
31 New PAC C+ 159
32 North End C+ 152
33 Washington Hill C+ 165
34 Lakewood C 162
35 South End C 165
36 Scott Road C 181
37 W.O.W C- 174
38 Crownbrook C- 178
39 Captain Neville Industrial Park C- 184
40 Hillside C- 177
41 Willow Plaza D+ 182
42 Central Business District D+ 199
43 Brookside Industrial Park D+ 190
44 Fairmount D+ 192
45 Berkeley Heights D 187

Waterbury Crime by Zip Code

06708
A- Index: 110
06705
B+ Index: 135
06706
B+ Index: 135
06710
B Index: 144
06704
B- Index: 148
06702
D+ Index: 189

Waterbury Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
188,607
Median Income
$46,329
Home Value
$132,317
Median Rent
$986
Home Ownership
45%

Racial Demographics

White
52.4%
Black
23.8%
Hispanic
36.7%
Asian
2.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Waterbury?
Waterbury has an overall crime index of 134, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 62% of neighborhoods in Waterbury are rated A or B for safety.
Is Waterbury safe to live in?
Waterbury has a crime safety grade of D. Very high crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Waterbury?
The safest neighborhoods in Waterbury based on crime data include Country Club, CNVR Higher Education Center, Hop Brook, Platts Mills, and West Side Manor. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Waterbury crime compare to the national average?
Waterbury's overall crime index is 134 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 34% higher than the typical US city.

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