Newark, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Newark Police Department serves the city of Newark, NJ in Essex County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 24,433 violent crimes and 25,786 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 146.5 per 100k residents, which is 37.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 184.0 per 100k, 12.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 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 Rate146.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents24,433 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents280 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents484 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate12.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents2,246 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate26.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents4,739 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate184.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents25,786 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,656 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate66.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents12,089 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate102.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents10,915 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 146.5 | D | 24433 | 106.2 | +37.9% |
| Property Crime | 184.0 | C | 25786 | 163.6 | +12.5% |
| Homicide | 1.6 | F | 280 | 0.5 | +209.7% |
| Rape | 3.3 | C | 484 | 3.5 | -7.0% |
| Robbery | 12.2 | F | 2246 | 5.8 | +109.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 26.0 | C | 4739 | 22.3 | +16.8% |
| Burglary | 14.2 | A | 2656 | 24.0 | -41.1% |
| Larceny | 66.8 | A | 12089 | 116.4 | -42.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 102.0 | F | 10915 | 22.2 | +360.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Newark | 2 miles | A 41.5 | D 249.3 | Violent: 71.6% lower Property: 35.5% higher |
| Harrison | 2 miles | B 94.8 | C 179.6 | Violent: 35.3% lower Property: 2.4% lower |
| East Orange | 3 miles | C 118.7 | D 206.7 | Violent: 18.9% lower Property: 12.3% higher |
| Kearny | 3 miles | A 38.4 | D 225.0 | Violent: 73.8% lower Property: 22.3% higher |
| Hillside Township | 4 miles | A 54.7 | D 259.6 | Violent: 62.7% lower Property: 41.1% higher |