Clayton, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Clayton Police Department serves the city of Clayton, NJ in Gloucester County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 336 violent crimes and 296 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 66.6 per 100k residents, which is 37.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 99.9 per 100k, 38.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault 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 Rate66.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents336 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate11.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents52 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate99.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents296 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate22.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents49 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate55.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents226 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate22.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents19 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 66.6 | A | 336 | 106.2 | -37.3% |
| Property Crime | 99.9 | A | 296 | 163.6 | -38.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 11.1 | A | 52 | 22.3 | -50.1% |
| Burglary | 22.2 | C | 49 | 24.0 | -7.6% |
| Larceny | 55.5 | A | 226 | 116.4 | -52.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 22.2 | C | 19 | 22.2 | +0.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deptford Township | 0 miles | B 76.8 | F 285.8 | Violent: 15.3% higher Property: 186.0% higher |
| Logan Township | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 114.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 14.8% higher |
| South Harrison Township | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Swedesboro | 0 miles | C 109.0 | A 36.3 | Violent: 63.6% higher Property: 63.6% lower |
| West Deptford Township | 0 miles | C 123.9 | A 75.2 | Violent: 86.0% higher Property: 24.7% lower |