Wethersfield, CT Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wethersfield Police Department serves the city of Wethersfield, CT in Capitol Planning Region County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 619 violent crimes and 2,112 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 44.3 per 100k residents, which is 58.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 118.2 per 100k, 27.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 6 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade ARobbery
Grade AProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BBurglary
Grade ALarceny
Grade BMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade BCrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 44.3 | A | 619 | 106.2 | -58.3% |
| Property Crime | 118.2 | B | 2112 | 163.6 | -27.8% |
| Robbery | 3.7 | A | 61 | 5.8 | -36.6% |
| Burglary | 3.7 | A | 198 | 24.0 | -84.6% |
| Larceny | 96.0 | B | 1628 | 116.4 | -17.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 18.5 | B | 284 | 22.2 | -16.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newington | 4 miles | A 46.2 | D 224.4 | Violent: 4.2% higher Property: 89.9% higher |
| Rocky Hill | 4 miles | A 43.5 | C 179.0 | Violent: 1.8% lower Property: 51.4% higher |
| West Hartford | 5 miles | A 29.5 | F 271.6 | Violent: 33.5% lower Property: 129.8% higher |
| East Hartford | 5 miles | A 65.2 | C 193.6 | Violent: 47.1% higher Property: 63.8% higher |
| New Britain | 7 miles | F 199.7 | D 227.8 | Violent: 350.6% higher Property: 92.8% higher |