Linden, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Linden Police Department serves the city of Linden, NJ in Union County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,601 violent crimes and 6,181 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 138.2 per 100k residents, which is 30.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 354.7 per 100k, 116.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 63 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 DAnnual Rate138.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,601 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents163 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate27.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents496 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate354.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents6,181 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate29.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents473 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate301.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,188 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate23.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents510 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 138.2 | D | 2601 | 106.2 | +30.1% |
| Property Crime | 354.7 | F | 6181 | 163.6 | +116.8% |
| Robbery | 4.6 | B | 163 | 5.8 | -20.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 27.6 | D | 496 | 22.3 | +24.2% |
| Burglary | 29.9 | D | 473 | 24.0 | +24.6% |
| Larceny | 301.8 | F | 5188 | 116.4 | +159.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 23.0 | C | 510 | 22.2 | +3.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 63 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Jewish | 29 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 21 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth | 0 miles | C 118.3 | F 315.2 | Violent: 14.4% lower Property: 11.2% lower |
| Garwood | 0 miles | A 37.3 | A 93.3 | Violent: 73.0% lower Property: 73.7% lower |
| Mountainside | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 14.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 95.9% lower |
| Rahway | 0 miles | A 40.3 | A 93.9 | Violent: 70.9% lower Property: 73.5% lower |
| Union Township | 0 miles | A 18.0 | D 204.1 | Violent: 87.0% lower Property: 42.5% lower |