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Is Wethersfield safe? 🇺🇸
United States · Safety report last updated
As of October 2026, Wethersfield scores 78/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — generally safe. Wethersfield is a safe destination for travelers, with crime rates significantly below the national average. The main risks for visitors are robbery (moderate risk) and tourist-targeted scams. The U.S. State Department rates it Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution).
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Wethersfield 🇺🇸
United States · Assessed 25 October 2026
78
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime73/100GoodCrime index 49.2 / 100
Sentiment72/100GoodGenerally Positive
Advisories85Good
Stability72Good
Health75Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
No advisory against travel
“This travel advice also covers American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and United States Virgin Islands. Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe.”
Updated 2026-10-07T10:48:24Z
Full advisory →Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for United States: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-10-15T08:53:58.290000-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Good
Mugging & robbery risk
Moderate risk
62
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
Low risk
96
City SignalCity Web Research
Visitor safety sentiment
70 / 100 (Generally Positive)
70
City SignalCity Web Research
Urban scale factor
27k residents
93
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
5.8 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
62
Robbery / mugging
ModerateRecent armed robberies at local businesses like a Motel 6 and a Sunoco warrant increased awareness.
Pickpocketing
LowNo specific pickpocketing issues are highlighted for Wethersfield, but general awareness in crowded areas is advised for US travel.
03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Stable
Traveller sentiment score
Generally Positive
72/100
Reported feel70Generally Positive
Robbery risk62Moderate risk
Pickpocket risk96Low risk
Wethersfield is described as a quiet, historic town with low overall risk, considered safer than nearby Hartford.
Wethersfield is a safe destination for travelers, with crime rates significantly below the national average.
Wethersfield is rated A- for crime safety, with an overall crime rate 46% below the national average. While violent crime is low, visitors should be aware of recent incidents at local businesses and general U.S. travel scams.
Recent developments
- Oct 2026Second suspect arrested in armed robbery of Motel 6.— fox61.com
- Sep 2026Man accused of stabbing a Sunoco clerk during a shoplifting altercation.— NBC Connecticut
- Jul 2026Three arrests made and a spa shut down following a prostitution investigation.— WFSB
- Aug 2026Police investigate a gas station robbery.— WFSB
Common scams
- Fraudulent speed camera violation notices
- Ghost tapping (skimming card data in crowded places)
- General tourist scams targeting visitors in the US
Full briefing
Wethersfield is rated A- for crime safety, with an overall crime rate 46% below the national average. This suggests a generally secure environment for visitors.
However, recent incidents highlight a moderate risk of robbery, particularly at local businesses. In October 2026, police arrested a second suspect in an armed robbery at the Motel 6. Prior to that, in September 2026, a man was accused of stabbing a Sunoco clerk during a shoplifting incident. These events underscore the importance of being aware of your surroundings, especially when patronizing local establishments.
Travelers should also be aware of potential scams. Wethersfield police have warned residents about fraudulent speed camera notices. Additionally, general U.S. travel scams, such as 'ghost tapping' which can skim card data, are a concern in crowded tourist areas nationwide. It is advisable to verify any official-looking notices and maintain vigilance against common fraud tactics.
While Wethersfield is described as a quiet, historic town with low overall risk, and safer than nearby Hartford, exercising common sense precautions is always recommended. This includes maintaining a cautious distance if encountering individuals experiencing homelessness or mental health crises, as verbal outbursts can occur.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 5 Wethersfield districts for visitors: 4 safer, 1 needing caution. See them plotted on the Wethersfield safety map.
Areas near Silas Deane HighwaycautionSome commercial areas may have higher instances of petty crime, especially after dark.
Old WethersfieldsaferHistoric district with low crime and a charming atmosphere.
Downtown WethersfieldsaferGenerally safe, but exercise caution after dark due to potential for petty crime.
Wethersfield CovesaferResidential area with a low crime rate.
West WethersfieldsaferPrimarily residential with a low crime rate.
07 · After Dark
Is Wethersfield safe at night?
60% of people in United States say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2023).
Recent armed robberies at local businesses like a Motel 6 and a Sunoco warrant increased awareness.
After dark, be most careful around Areas near Silas Deane Highway. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Wethersfield safety FAQ (2026)
Is Wethersfield safe right now (2026)?
Wethersfield is a safe destination for travelers, with crime rates significantly below the national average. Wethersfield is rated A- for crime safety, with an overall crime rate 46% below the national average. While violent crime is low, visitors should be aware of recent incidents at local businesses and general U.S. travel scams. (Assessed 25 October 2026.)
Is Wethersfield safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Wethersfield report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.
Which areas of Wethersfield should tourists avoid?
No districts were flagged as no-go areas for visitors at the last assessment.
What are the most common scams in Wethersfield (2026)?
- Fraudulent speed camera violation notices
- Ghost tapping (skimming card data in crowded places)
- General tourist scams targeting visitors in the US
How does Wethersfield compare with other places in United States (2026)?
Wethersfield ranks #9 of 9 United States destinations we've assessed, scoring 78/100. See the United States safety overview for the full list.
How is this wethersfield safety score calculated (2026)?
The score blends 12+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight (and U.S. reports lean more on the latest field research); the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.
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