Absecon, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Absecon Police Department serves the city of Absecon, NJ in Atlantic County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 727 violent crimes and 1,500 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 185.3 per 100k residents, which is 74.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 152.6 per 100k, 6.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate185.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents727 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate10.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents17 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate21.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents80 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate152.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,500 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate54.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents195 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate76.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,219 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate21.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents81 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 185.3 | F | 727 | 106.2 | +74.5% |
| Property Crime | 152.6 | C | 1500 | 163.6 | -6.7% |
| Robbery | 10.9 | F | 17 | 5.8 | +87.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 21.8 | C | 80 | 22.3 | -2.0% |
| Burglary | 54.5 | F | 195 | 24.0 | +126.9% |
| Larceny | 76.3 | B | 1219 | 116.4 | -34.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 21.8 | C | 81 | 22.2 | -1.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northfield | 5 miles | A 11.8 | C 153.6 | Violent: 93.6% lower Property: 0.6% higher |
| Atlantic City | 6 miles | F 429.8 | F 460.8 | Violent: 131.9% higher Property: 201.9% higher |
| Egg Harbor Township | 6 miles | C 108.3 | C 185.3 | Violent: 41.6% lower Property: 21.4% higher |
| Linwood | 7 miles | A 14.3 | D 258.2 | Violent: 92.3% lower Property: 69.2% higher |
| Ventnor City | 7 miles | C 97.1 | D 204.9 | Violent: 47.6% lower Property: 34.3% higher |