Elizabeth, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Elizabeth Police Department serves the city of Elizabeth, NJ in Union County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 10,744 violent crimes and 17,211 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 118.3 per 100k residents, which is 11.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 315.2 per 100k, 92.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 CAnnual Rate118.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents10,744 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate2.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents256 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate18.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents1,388 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate15.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents2,044 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate315.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents17,211 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate13.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,492 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate242.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents11,985 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate58.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,705 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 118.3 | C | 10744 | 106.2 | +11.4% |
| Property Crime | 315.2 | F | 17211 | 163.6 | +92.6% |
| Rape | 2.3 | A | 256 | 3.5 | -36.4% |
| Robbery | 18.7 | F | 1388 | 5.8 | +221.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 15.7 | B | 2044 | 22.3 | -29.4% |
| Burglary | 13.5 | A | 1492 | 24.0 | -43.9% |
| Larceny | 242.6 | F | 11985 | 116.4 | +108.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 58.4 | F | 3705 | 22.2 | +163.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 28 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 6 |
| Anti-Catholic | 3 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Protestant | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 7 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garwood | 0 miles | A 37.3 | A 93.3 | Violent: 68.4% lower Property: 70.4% lower |
| Linden | 0 miles | D 138.2 | F 354.7 | Violent: 16.8% higher Property: 12.6% higher |
| Mountainside | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 14.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 95.4% lower |
| Rahway | 0 miles | A 40.3 | A 93.9 | Violent: 66.0% lower Property: 70.2% lower |
| Union Township | 0 miles | A 18.0 | D 204.1 | Violent: 84.8% lower Property: 35.2% lower |