South Toms River, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The South Toms River Police Department serves the city of South Toms River, NJ in Ocean County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 116 violent crimes and 132 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 52.8 per 100k residents, which is 50.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 105.6 per 100k, 35.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent Crime 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 AAnnual Rate52.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents116 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate105.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents132 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate105.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents95 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 52.8 | A | 116 | 106.2 | -50.3% |
| Property Crime | 105.6 | A | 132 | 163.6 | -35.4% |
| Robbery | 26.4 | F | 4 | 5.8 | +353.9% |
| Larceny | 105.6 | C | 95 | 116.4 | -9.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Beach | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Toms River Township | 3 miles | B 85.7 | B 112.6 | Violent: 62.3% higher Property: 6.6% higher |
| Ocean Gate | 3 miles | C 100.0 | C 150.0 | Violent: 89.4% higher Property: 42.0% higher |
| Lacey Township | 6 miles | A 49.5 | A 105.7 | Violent: 6.2% lower Property: 0.1% higher |
| Bay Head | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 102.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 2.9% lower |