Roselle, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Roselle Police Department serves the city of Roselle, NJ in Union County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 829 violent crimes and 1,354 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 53.9 per 100k residents, which is 49.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 152.7 per 100k, 6.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 14 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 AAnnual Rate53.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents829 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate4.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents149 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate152.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,354 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate9.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents138 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate130.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents945 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate13.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents268 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 53.9 | A | 829 | 106.2 | -49.3% |
| Property Crime | 152.7 | C | 1354 | 163.6 | -6.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 4.5 | A | 149 | 22.3 | -79.8% |
| Burglary | 9.0 | A | 138 | 24.0 | -62.6% |
| Larceny | 130.2 | C | 945 | 116.4 | +11.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 13.5 | A | 268 | 22.2 | -39.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 14 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 7 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roselle Park | 0 miles | A 14.5 | B 116.2 | Violent: 73.1% lower Property: 23.9% lower |
| Kenilworth | 2 miles | A 12.1 | A 60.6 | Violent: 77.5% lower Property: 60.3% lower |
| Cranford Township | 2 miles | A 12.6 | A 100.5 | Violent: 76.7% lower Property: 34.2% lower |
| Elizabeth | 2 miles | C 118.3 | F 315.2 | Violent: 119.5% higher Property: 106.4% higher |
| Garwood | 2 miles | A 37.3 | A 93.3 | Violent: 30.7% lower Property: 38.9% lower |