Is Bridgeport, CT Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
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Bridgeport, Connecticut reported 353.35 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.83 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 160.35 per 100,000 above that reference, with 523 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Bridgeport, Connecticut reported 84.45 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.75 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 36.21 per 100,000 above that reference, with 125 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Bridgeport, Connecticut reported 137.15 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.60 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 92.41 per 100,000 below that reference, with 203 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Bridgeport, Connecticut reported 786.42 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.71 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 320.55 per 100,000 below that reference, with 1,164 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Bridgeport, Connecticut reported 160.80 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.85 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 27.35 per 100,000 below that reference, with 238 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Bridgeport, CT has an adjusted safety score of 62.23 out of 100. It ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Connecticut. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as increasing.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Connecticut workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 125 | 84.45 | 48.24 |
1.75× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 203 | 137.15 | 229.56 | 0.6× national |
| Burglary | 238 | 160.8 | 188.15 | 0.85× national |
| Larceny-theft | 1164 | 786.42 | 1106.97 | 0.71× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 523 | 353.35 | 193.0 |
1.83× national |
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What drives Bridgeport's safety score?
Bridgeport ranks in the middle half of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Connecticut, ahead of approximately 33% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 148,012 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Personal Safety at 65.4, while Property Security is lowest at 56.96. The 8.44-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Motor Vehicle Theft is highest relative to its national reference at 353.35 per 100,000 (1.83× the national rate). Aggravated Assault is lowest on the same relative basis at 137.15 per 100,000 (0.6× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
Bridgeport, Connecticut recorded 1,164 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 51.7% of the 2,253 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 125 robbery reports (5.5%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Bridgeport, Connecticut recorded 523 motor vehicle theft offenses in 2025, 23.2% of the 2,253 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 125 robbery reports (5.5%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Bridgeport, Connecticut recorded 238 burglary offenses in 2025, 10.6% of the 2,253 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 125 robbery reports (5.5%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Bridgeport, Connecticut uses a reporting population of 148,012 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
Bridgeport, Connecticut has an adjusted score of 62.23 points out of 100 versus 65.18 in Stamford, Connecticut, a difference of 2.95 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Bridgeport ranks 2 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Bridgeport, Connecticut has an adjusted score of 62.23 points out of 100 versus 19.84 in New Haven, Connecticut, a difference of 42.39 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Bridgeport ranks 2 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bridgeport safe compared to other places in Connecticut?
Bridgeport is classified as having moderate relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 62.23 out of 100 and ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Connecticut.
What is the crime rate in Bridgeport?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Bridgeport's safety rating?
Bridgeport's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 62.23 out of 100, which ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Connecticut. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as increasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Bridgeport?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Bridgeport?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.