ZIP 06053 (New Britain, CT) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 06053: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Capitol Planning Region, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
5.1 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 2.6 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Capitol Planning Region compares with Connecticut
Capitol Planning Region against Connecticut and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Capitol Planning Region stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Capitol Planning Region | Connecticut | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 39.1 | 40.2 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.6 | 2.2 | 3.4 | 1.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.40 | 0.39 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.2% | 3.3% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 7.0% | 6.2% | 6.2% | 1.1× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.6% | 24.4% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 14.8% | 14.1% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.1% | 41.3% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 27.6% | 28.0% | 24.8% | same |
It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in ZIP 06053: I-91 deadliest road: 12 fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 06053 since 2015.
Overview
Capitol Planning Region has recorded 4,545 truck crashes since 2015, with 1,846 people injured and 118 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about 1 truck crash a day.
When crashes happen
December has the most truck crashes, 9.2% of the yearly total, while November has the fewest (7.2%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 41.1% of truck crashes, vs 41.3% for Connecticut.
By time of day, 8–9 am stands out with 7.1% of truck crashes.
7.0% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 6.2% across Connecticut.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 06053 is I-91, with 12 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. Next come I-84 (10), SR-15 (5) and I-691 (4).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 140 of the truck crashes here, or 3.1%, compared with 3.3% in Connecticut.
Their busiest month is March, with 12% of garbage-truck crashes.
They recorded 5.1 deaths per 100 crashes, against 2.6 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 06053 fleets
- Build extra time into December routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Look at alternatives to I-91 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in March; review collection routes for that month.
- With 7.0% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Connecticut), plan winter equipment checks early.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
About the data
This report uses the FMCSA crash file (reported crashes of trucks over 10,000 lb) and NHTSA FARS (fatal crashes). It reports the numbers without guessing at reasons.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Capitol Planning Region
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-91 | 12 |
| I-84 | 10 |
| SR-15 | 5 |
| I-691 | 4 |
| Brainard Rd | 1 |
| High St | 1 |
| SR-287 | 1 |
| SR-4 | 1 |
| SR-517 | 1 |
| SR-530 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Capitol Planning Region) |
|---|---|
| I-84 | 121 |
| I-91 | 102 |
| Day Hill Rd | 16 |
| Main St | 13 |
| Main Street | 13 |
| Berlin Trnpk | 12 |
| Main St No 1 | 11 |
| Brainard Rd | 11 |
ZIP 06053 at a glance
| Population | 36,774 |
| Density | 1,786 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $62,645 |
| Median home value | $220,825 |
| Home ownership | 51% |
Historical data: truck crashes in Capitol Planning Region since the 1990s
Combines the FMCSA crash file (all reported truck crashes, real coverage from about 1990) with NHTSA FARS (fatal crashes involving a large truck, 1982–2024).
| Decade | Truck crashes / yr | Change | Fatal crashes / yr (FARS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 204 | — | 0.0 |
| 2000s | 210 | +3% | 4.2 |
| 2010s | 279 | +33% | 5.7 |
| 2020s | 405 | +45% | 8.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 204 a year in the 1990s and 405 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 6.8 a year in 2016–19, 8.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 06053
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 06053?
4,545 truck crashes have been reported in Capitol Planning Region since 2015, with 118 deaths and 1,846 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 06053?
Since 2015, I-91 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 06053: 12.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 06053?
December has the most truck crashes in Capitol Planning Region, 9.2% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 06053?
140 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Capitol Planning Region since 2015, 3.1% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 06053 compared with Connecticut?
The yearly rate is 39.1 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Capitol Planning Region, vs 40.2 for Connecticut.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 06053?
Use the free Route Planner: enter your stops to get a risk score, safer alternatives and the low bridges on your route.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.