New Brunswick is a safe place to live, with a crime rate that is well below the national average. However, there are some cities in New Brunswick that are safer than others. According to the Crime Severity Index (CSI) from Statistics Canada, the following are the top 10 safest cities in New Brunswick in 2022:
- Quispamsis
- Rothesay
- Riverview
- Sussex
- Hampton
- St. Stephen
- Sackville
- Edmundston
- Fredericton
- Saint John
The CSI is a measure of the overall level of crime in a community, taking into account the seriousness of crimes committed. A lower CSI indicates a lower level of crime.
Quispamsis is a town located in the Kennebecasis Valley, east of Saint John. It has a population of approximately 18,500 people. Quispamsis is a popular choice for families and young professionals, and is known for its low crime rate, excellent schools, and proximity to Saint John.
Rothesay is a town located in the Kennebecasis Valley, east of Saint John. It has a population of approximately 12,000 people. Rothesay is a popular choice for families and retirees, and is known for its low crime rate, quiet neighborhoods, and close proximity to Saint John.
Riverview is a suburb of Saint John, with a population of approximately 25,000 people. Riverview is known for its low crime rate, excellent schools, and proximity to Saint John.
Sussex is a town located in the southwestern part of New Brunswick, with a population of approximately 10,000 people. Sussex is known for its low crime rate, beautiful scenery, and proximity to the Fundy National Park.
Hampton is a town located on the Bay of Fundy, with a population of approximately 5,000 people. Hampton is known for its low crime rate, beautiful beaches, and proximity to the Fundy National Park.
St. Stephen is a town located on the St. Croix River, which forms the border between New Brunswick and Maine. St. Stephen has a population of approximately 10,000 people, and is known for its low crime rate, historic downtown, and proximity to the St. Croix International Bridge.
Sackville is a town located in the southeastern part of New Brunswick, with a population of approximately 10,000 people. Sackville is known for its low crime rate, beautiful scenery, and proximity to the Mount Allison University.
Edmundston is located in the north of New Brunswick and is known for its French heritage, friendly people, and proximity to nature. Edmundston has a population of approximately 17,000 people.
Fredericton is the capital of New Brunswick and is known for its beautiful architecture, vibrant arts scene, and friendly people. Fredericton has a population of approximately 60,000 people.
Saint John is the largest city in New Brunswick and is known for its rich history, beautiful natural scenery, and vibrant arts and culture scene. Saint John has a population of approximately 70,000 people.
Moncton is the second largest city in New Brunswick and is known for its vibrant economy, friendly people, and proximity to the ocean. Moncton has a population of approximately 65,000 people.
Of course, crime can happen anywhere, but these cities have consistently low crime rates year after year. If you are looking for a safe place to live in New Brunswick, any of these cities would be a good choice.
