Passaic, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Passaic Police Department serves the city of Passaic, NJ in Passaic County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,351 violent crimes and 5,211 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 151.2 per 100k residents, which is 42.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 190.4 per 100k, 16.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 DAnnual Rate151.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,351 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate10.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents435 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate18.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents980 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate190.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,211 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents484 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate151.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,986 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate24.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents732 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 151.2 | D | 4351 | 106.2 | +42.4% |
| Property Crime | 190.4 | C | 5211 | 163.6 | +16.4% |
| Robbery | 10.2 | F | 435 | 5.8 | +75.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 18.9 | B | 980 | 22.3 | -15.1% |
| Burglary | 14.5 | A | 484 | 24.0 | -39.5% |
| Larceny | 151.2 | D | 3986 | 116.4 | +29.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 24.7 | C | 732 | 22.2 | +11.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 40 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Male | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 16 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Heterosexual | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 9 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Milford Township | 0 miles | A 28.8 | A 33.0 | Violent: 80.9% lower Property: 82.7% lower |
| Woodland Park | 0 miles | A 30.5 | B 114.3 | Violent: 79.8% lower Property: 40.0% lower |
| Wanaque | 1 miles | A 45.6 | A 9.1 | Violent: 69.8% lower Property: 95.2% lower |
| Pompton Lakes | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 36.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 80.6% lower |
| Bloomingdale | 3 miles | A 39.6 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 73.8% lower Property: N/A |