Perth Amboy, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Perth Amboy Police Department serves the city of Perth Amboy, NJ in Middlesex County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,042 violent crimes and 3,493 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 117.0 per 100k residents, which is 10.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 153.0 per 100k, 6.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 10 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 CAnnual Rate117.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,042 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate5.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents29 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate5.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents134 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate12.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents649 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate153.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,493 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate28.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents475 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate108.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,629 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate16.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents375 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 117.0 | C | 3042 | 106.2 | +10.2% |
| Property Crime | 153.0 | C | 3493 | 163.6 | -6.5% |
| Rape | 5.4 | D | 29 | 3.5 | +52.7% |
| Robbery | 5.4 | C | 134 | 5.8 | -7.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 12.6 | A | 649 | 22.3 | -43.4% |
| Burglary | 28.8 | C | 475 | 24.0 | +19.9% |
| Larceny | 108.0 | C | 2629 | 116.4 | -7.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 16.2 | B | 375 | 22.2 | -26.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 10 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 3 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Amboy | 2 miles | A 32.1 | A 75.0 | Violent: 72.5% lower Property: 51.0% lower |
| Woodbridge Township | 3 miles | A 55.1 | D 229.1 | Violent: 52.9% lower Property: 49.7% higher |
| Sayreville | 3 miles | A 53.1 | B 112.8 | Violent: 54.7% lower Property: 26.3% lower |
| Metuchen | 5 miles | A 33.3 | A 93.3 | Violent: 71.5% lower Property: 39.0% lower |
| Carteret | 5 miles | D 130.9 | B 142.8 | Violent: 11.9% higher Property: 6.7% lower |