Helmetta, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Helmetta Police Department serves the city of Helmetta, NJ in Middlesex County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 18 violent crimes and 28 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 122.8 per 100k residents, which is 15.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 204.8 per 100k, 25.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent Crime had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 CAggravated Assault
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DLarceny
Grade FCrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 122.8 | C | 18 | 106.2 | +15.7% |
| Property Crime | 204.8 | D | 28 | 163.6 | +25.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 41.0 | F | 2 | 22.3 | +84.0% |
| Larceny | 204.8 | F | 20 | 116.4 | +75.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Bisexual | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cranbury Township | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 101.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 50.5% lower |
| Plainsboro Township | 0 miles | A 8.3 | A 33.4 | Violent: 93.2% lower Property: 83.7% lower |
| South Brunswick Township | 0 miles | A 64.1 | B 130.4 | Violent: 47.8% lower Property: 36.3% lower |
| Spotswood | 0 miles | A 49.4 | A 98.8 | Violent: 59.8% lower Property: 51.8% lower |
| East Brunswick Township | 1 miles | A 40.5 | C 157.9 | Violent: 67.0% lower Property: 22.9% lower |