Phillipsburg, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Phillipsburg Police Department serves the city of Phillipsburg, NJ in Warren County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,637 violent crimes and 1,265 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 175.7 per 100k residents, which is 65.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 91.1 per 100k, 44.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 7 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 FAnnual Rate175.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,637 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate13.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents78 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate91.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,265 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate6.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents152 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate78.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,012 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate6.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents81 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 175.7 | F | 1637 | 106.2 | +65.4% |
| Property Crime | 91.1 | A | 1265 | 163.6 | -44.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 13.0 | A | 78 | 22.3 | -41.5% |
| Burglary | 6.5 | A | 152 | 24.0 | -72.9% |
| Larceny | 78.1 | B | 1012 | 116.4 | -32.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6.5 | A | 81 | 22.2 | -70.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 7 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lopatcong Township | 1 miles | A 61.5 | A 30.7 | Violent: 65.0% lower Property: 66.3% lower |
| Alpha | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Pohatcong Township | 4 miles | A 60.9 | F 456.8 | Violent: 65.3% lower Property: 401.4% higher |
| Holland Township | 8 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Belvidere | 11 miles | B 78.6 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 55.3% lower Property: N/A |