Salem, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Salem Police Department serves the city of Salem, NJ in Salem County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 855 violent crimes and 752 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 131.2 per 100k residents, which is 23.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 112.4 per 100k, 31.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 DAnnual Rate131.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents855 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate18.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents32 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate112.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents752 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate18.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents231 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate75.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents405 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate18.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents98 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 131.2 | D | 855 | 106.2 | +23.5% |
| Property Crime | 112.4 | B | 752 | 163.6 | -31.3% |
| Rape | 18.7 | F | 32 | 3.5 | +429.9% |
| Burglary | 18.7 | B | 231 | 24.0 | -22.0% |
| Larceny | 75.0 | A | 405 | 116.4 | -35.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 18.7 | B | 98 | 22.2 | -15.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmer | 6 miles | B 72.6 | B 145.1 | Violent: 44.7% lower Property: 29.1% higher |
| Elsinboro Township | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Lower Alloways Creek Township | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Woodstown | 6 miles | C 107.8 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 17.8% lower Property: N/A |
| Pennsville Township | 7 miles | A 47.1 | D 243.4 | Violent: 64.1% lower Property: 116.5% higher |