Caldwell, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Caldwell Police Department serves the city of Caldwell, NJ in Essex County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 88 violent crimes and 204 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 56.8 per 100k residents, which is 46.5% below the national average. Property crime averages 45.4 per 100k, 72.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Property Crime had the lowest rate. 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 Rate56.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents88 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate45.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents204 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate45.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents150 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 56.8 | A | 88 | 106.2 | -46.5% |
| Property Crime | 45.4 | A | 204 | 163.6 | -72.2% |
| Larceny | 45.4 | A | 150 | 116.4 | -61.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Fells | 1 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 46.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 2.6% higher |
| Roseland | 1 miles | A 16.3 | A 32.5 | Violent: 71.3% lower Property: 28.4% lower |
| North Caldwell | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Cedar Grove Township | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 51.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 14.2% higher |
| Montclair | 3 miles | A 30.0 | A 35.0 | Violent: 47.1% lower Property: 22.9% lower |