06279 Zip Code, Willington

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Willington

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 134 / 300 High
Violent Crime 142
42% above national avg
Property Crime 135
35% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 06279 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 06279 in Willington, CT has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 134, which is 34% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Willington.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 170, 70% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 112).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 170 (70% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 112 (12% above avg)

06279 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Willington city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
155 +55% High
Assault
112 +12% Moderate
Robbery
170 +70% High
Rape
132 +32% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
157 +57% High
Larceny / Theft
130 +30% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
119 +19% Moderate

06279 Crime Map

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06279 Demographics & Context

Population
6,141
Median Income
$86,154
Home Value
$285,508
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
181/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 24.6%
Graduate Degree 20.9%

Housing

63%
37%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.4%
Black 1.1%
Hispanic 4.4%
Asian 5%
06279 Crime Map
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Willington Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 06279, Willington?

Zip code 06279 in Willington, CT has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 134, which is 34% above the national average. Zip code 06279 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Willington.

Is Zip code 06279 a safe neighborhood in Willington?

Zip code 06279 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Willington, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 170), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 112). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Willington.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 06279?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 06279 is Robbery, with a crime index of 170 (70% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 06279?

Zip code 06279 has a population of approximately 6,141. The median household income is $86,154. The median home value is $285,508. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 06279 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 06279's overall crime rate is 34% above the national average (index 134 vs 100). Within Willington, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. 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 April 2026.