Bayonne, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Bayonne Police Department serves the city of Bayonne, NJ in Hudson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,233 violent crimes and 3,806 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 58.2 per 100k residents, which is 45.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 104.7 per 100k, 36.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 23 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 AAnnual Rate58.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,233 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate5.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents190 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate20.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents554 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate104.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,806 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents456 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate77.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,984 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate14.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents357 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 58.2 | A | 2233 | 106.2 | -45.2% |
| Property Crime | 104.7 | A | 3806 | 163.6 | -36.0% |
| Robbery | 5.8 | C | 190 | 5.8 | +0.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 20.4 | C | 554 | 22.3 | -8.5% |
| Burglary | 11.6 | A | 456 | 24.0 | -51.6% |
| Larceny | 77.1 | B | 2984 | 116.4 | -33.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 14.5 | B | 357 | 22.2 | -34.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 23 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 7 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 5 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 7 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jersey City | 2 miles | C 102.1 | C 179.2 | Violent: 75.5% higher Property: 71.2% higher |
| Hoboken | 3 miles | A 59.8 | B 128.4 | Violent: 2.9% higher Property: 22.7% higher |
| Harrison | 4 miles | B 94.8 | C 179.6 | Violent: 63.0% higher Property: 71.5% higher |
| Weehawken Township | 4 miles | A 34.6 | B 126.9 | Violent: 40.5% lower Property: 21.2% higher |
| Union City | 4 miles | B 94.9 | B 132.3 | Violent: 63.2% higher Property: 26.3% higher |