Monroe, CT Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Monroe Police Department serves the city of Monroe, CT in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 156 violent crimes and 520 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 10.6 per 100k residents, which is 90.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 53.2 per 100k, 67.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate10.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents156 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate53.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents520 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate5.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents65 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate31.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents390 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate15.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents64 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 10.6 | A | 156 | 106.2 | -90.0% |
| Property Crime | 53.2 | A | 520 | 163.6 | -67.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 5.3 | A | 1 | 22.3 | -76.1% |
| Burglary | 5.3 | A | 65 | 24.0 | -77.9% |
| Larceny | 31.9 | A | 390 | 116.4 | -72.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 15.9 | B | 64 | 22.2 | -28.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shelton | 5 miles | A 25.9 | A 63.6 | Violent: 143.8% higher Property: 19.7% higher |
| Derby | 6 miles | D 137.3 | D 201.9 | Violent: 1191.6% higher Property: 279.8% higher |
| Trumbull | 7 miles | A 37.5 | D 214.2 | Violent: 252.6% higher Property: 302.9% higher |
| Ansonia | 7 miles | B 79.2 | C 168.9 | Violent: 645.0% higher Property: 217.8% higher |
| Newtown | 7 miles | A 53.9 | A 39.5 | Violent: 407.0% higher Property: 25.7% lower |