Penns Grove, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Penns Grove Police Department serves the city of Penns Grove, NJ in Salem County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 599 violent crimes and 616 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 185.5 per 100k residents, which is 74.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 82.5 per 100k, 49.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 FAnnual Rate185.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents599 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate41.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents150 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate82.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents616 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate61.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents425 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate20.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents60 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 185.5 | F | 599 | 106.2 | +74.7% |
| Property Crime | 82.5 | A | 616 | 163.6 | -49.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 41.2 | F | 150 | 22.3 | +85.2% |
| Larceny | 61.8 | A | 425 | 116.4 | -46.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 20.6 | C | 60 | 22.2 | -7.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carney'S Point Township | 1 miles | A 23.0 | A 80.6 | Violent: 87.6% lower Property: 2.2% lower |
| Pennsville Township | 5 miles | A 47.1 | D 243.4 | Violent: 74.6% lower Property: 195.1% higher |
| Salem | 11 miles | D 131.2 | B 112.4 | Violent: 29.3% lower Property: 36.3% higher |
| East Greenwich Township | 12 miles | A 24.3 | A 48.6 | Violent: 86.9% lower Property: 41.0% lower |
| Elmer | 12 miles | B 72.6 | B 145.1 | Violent: 60.9% lower Property: 76.0% higher |