Elmer, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Elmer Police Department serves the city of Elmer, NJ in Salem County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 13 violent crimes and 50 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 72.6 per 100k residents, which is 31.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 145.1 per 100k, 11.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent 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 BAnnual Rate72.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents13 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate145.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents50 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate145.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents40 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 72.6 | B | 13 | 106.2 | -31.7% |
| Property Crime | 145.1 | B | 50 | 163.6 | -11.3% |
| Larceny | 145.1 | D | 40 | 116.4 | +24.7% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elsinboro Township | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Lower Alloways Creek Township | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Woodstown | 0 miles | C 107.8 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 48.5% higher Property: N/A |
| Salem | 6 miles | D 131.2 | B 112.4 | Violent: 80.7% higher Property: 22.5% lower |
| Pennsville Township | 10 miles | A 47.1 | D 243.4 | Violent: 35.1% lower Property: 67.7% higher |