The Safest and Most Dangerous Places in Sheldon Charter Oak, Hartford, CT: Crime Maps and Statistics

Crime per Capita in Sheldon Charter Oak

The map below displays the crime rate per 1,000 residents in Sheldon Charter Oak.

 

Sheldon Charter Oak, Hartford, CT Map of Crime Rates
Click the map to explore
A+ B C D F
Safest Highest crime
Colorblind friendly off

C+

Overall Crime Grade™

B-
C+
Other Crime Grade
C+

$1.69 million

Cost of Crime™ for Sheldon Charter Oak, Hartford, CT

In 2025, crime will cost $979 per household.

More cost data

Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in Sheldon Charter Oak in green, the most dangerous in red, and moderately safe areas in yellow. Crime rates on the map are weighted based on both the type and severity of the crime. For more information on how to interpret our crime maps, see the Interpreting the Crime Maps section below.

Is Sheldon Charter Oak, Hartford, CT Safe?

The C+ grade indicates that the rate of crime is about the same as that of the average US neighborhood. Sheldon Charter Oak ranks in the 50th percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 50% of neighborhoods but less safe than 50%. This analysis applies only to Sheldon Charter Oak's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby neighborhoods.

The crime rate in Sheldon Charter Oak is 36.28 per 1,000 residents in the typical year. Sheldon Charter Oak Residents generally consider the northwest part of the neighborhood to be the safest. Your chance of being a victim of crime in Sheldon Charter Oak varies by area - ranging from 1 in 22 in the north areas to 1 in 29 in the northwest.

When looking at total crime counts (rather than per capita rates), the northwest parts of Sheldon Charter Oak, Hartford, CT see the most incidents - about 43 per year. In contrast, the southwest part of the neighborhood has the fewest, with approximately 2 crimes annually.

The Cost of Crime™ in Sheldon Charter Oak, Hartford, CT

The total projected cost of crime in Sheldon Charter Oak for 2025 is $1,688,834. This translates to approximately $521 per resident and $979 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 1.5% of the median household income in Sheldon Charter Oak. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:
  1. Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 54.6%
  2. Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 34.3%
  3. Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 11.0%

How Much Does Crime Cost in Sheldon Charter Oak Compared to Other Neighborhoods?

Sheldon Charter Oak, Hartford, CT: $521
Hill, New Haven, CT: $570
North Stamford, Stamford, CT: $300
Connecticut: $317
USA: $464

The Cost of Crime per resident in Sheldon Charter Oak is $521 per year, which is $57 more than the national average and $204 more than Hartford's city average. Below we compare neighborhoods similar to Sheldon Charter Oak:
  • In Hill, New Haven, CT, crime costs $570 per person, which is $49 more than in Sheldon Charter Oak.
  • In North Stamford, Stamford, CT, crime costs $300 per person, which is $221 less than in Sheldon Charter Oak

2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime

The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of Sheldon Charter Oak for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.
Crime
Cost to Sheldon Charter Oak
Cost per Sheldon Charter Oak Resident
Murder
$523,309
$161
Rape/Sexual Assault
$67,247
$21
Robbery
$91,173
$28
Assault
$233,450
$72
Kidnapping
$24,294
$7
Vehicle Theft
$154,109
$48
Burglary
$71,028
$22
Theft
$282,297
$87
Arson
$4,702
$1
Vandalism
$131,041
$40
Animal Cruelty
$977
$0
Drug Crimes
$41,044
$13
Identity Theft
$64,165
$20
Total Cost of Crime
$1,688,834
$521

The Intangible Cost of Crime in Sheldon Charter Oak, Hartford, CT

CrimeGrade primarily focuses on tangible costs, but the true impact of crime extends beyond economic. Pain and suffering for victims and their families are difficult to quantify, but research-based methodologies help estimate these effects. Using these methodologies, we calculate that the intangible cost of crime in Sheldon Charter Oak totals $3,895,497 ($1,202 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $5,584,330 ($1,722 per resident). All Cost of Crime facts are based on scholarly research done on the cost of crime. Read more about our methodology here.

Interpreting the Crime Maps

When interpreting the Sheldon Charter Oak crime map, keep in mind that crime rates are measured per resident. Areas with high visitor traffic, such as shopping districts, may appear to have higher crime rates simply because more crimes occur where people gather - even if few residents live there. For example, the northwest part of the neighborhood has more retail establishments, which can artificially inflate crime rates in that area. Red areas on the map do not necessarily mean a neighborhood is unsafe for residents.

More issues arise with places like airports, parks, and schools. Major airports always look like high-crime locations due to the large number of people and the low population nearby. Parks and designated recreational areas, of which Sheldon Charter Oak has 2, have the same problem. Of Sheldon Charter Oak’s 3,242 residents, few live near recreational areas. Because many people visit, crime rates may appear higher even for safe parks. Crime occurs where people gather, whether they live there or not. Before assuming an area is unsafe, consider both per-capita crime rates and total crime counts, as well as the types of destinations nearby.

To better understand and navigate these intricate crime maps, a high-speed internet connection can be crucial. Fast and seamless online connectivity ensures that map details load efficiently, providing users with clearer, uninterrupted insights. If you're considering enhancing your online experience, check out high speed internet in Sheldon Charter Oak, Hartford, CT at ISP Reports.

Sheldon Charter Oak Crime Breakdown

The tables below show which crimes are used to calculate the Crime Grades above. All crime rates are shown as the number of crimes per 1,000 Sheldon Charter Oak residents in a standard year.

Violent Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Assault
2.507
Robbery
0.8941
Rape
0.3421
Murder
0.0859
Total Violent Crime
3.829 (B-)
 
 

 


Property Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Theft
16.81
Vehicle Theft
3.070
Burglary
2.416
Arson
0.0601
Total Property Crime
22.36 (C+)
 
 

 


Other Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Kidnapping
0.1236
Drug Crimes
1.712
Vandalism
5.658
Identity Theft
2.557
Animal Cruelty
0.0407
Total "Other" Rate
10.09 (C+)

 


Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Neighborhoods

Compared to surrounding neighborhoods, the rate of crime in Sheldon Charter Oak is lower. The table below shows Crime Grades for neighborhoods close to Sheldon Charter Oak.

Nearby Neighborhood
Overall Crime Grade
Violent Crime Grade
Property Crime Grade
F
D-
F
C
B
C
B+
A-
A-
B-
B+
B-
C
C+
C+
C
C+
C+
B
A-
B
C+
B
C+
C
C
B-
B
B+
B

Crime Maps and Rates for Neighborhood with Similar Populations

Sheldon Charter Oak is similar versus other neighborhoods of the same size for crime. The table below compares crime in neighborhoods with comparable overall population in the neighborhood‘s boundaries.

Similar Neighborhood
Overall Crime Grade
Violent Crime Grade
Property Crime Grade
D
C-
C-
A+
A+
A+
B
A-
A-
B+
A
A
B
A+
A+
B-
C-
C-
D+
F
F
D-
D
D
C
C
C
A+
A
A

Considering only the crime rate, Sheldon Charter Oak is less safe than the Connecticut state average and less safe than the national average.

Safety and school performance are separate topics, but both shape moving decisions. Using SchoolGrade data, schools in Sheldon Charter Oak, Hartford, CT average SchoolGrade of D-, with 22% actual proficiency versus 18% projected; overall, schools exceed expectations. See Sheldon Charter Oak schools on SchoolGrade

About the Data

CrimeGrade.org provides highly detailed and accurate crime data, used by insurance companies, home security firms, and other industries. Our data is available for licensing—learn more about our USA crime data and licensing.

Crime By Zip Code Download

Our proprietary data is available for download by zip code or by state in a CSV Flat File. Please visit our download page for pricing and terms.

Download CSV

 

Home Security

A crime occurs on average every 3 days 2 hours in Sheldon Charter Oak. Want to protect your home?

Home Security Companies in Sheldon Charter Oak, Hartford, CT

All maps and statistics above are projections, not certainties, and provided without guarantee free of charge. Verify all info before making any decisions based on the data.