Springfield, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Springfield Police Department serves the city of Springfield, NJ in Union County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 365 violent crimes and 936 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 23.8 per 100k residents, which is 77.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 77.3 per 100k, 52.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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 Rate23.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents365 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate17.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents34 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate77.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents936 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate6.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents90 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate65.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents742 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate6.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents102 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 23.8 | A | 365 | 106.2 | -77.6% |
| Property Crime | 77.3 | A | 936 | 163.6 | -52.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 17.8 | B | 34 | 22.3 | -19.8% |
| Burglary | 6.0 | A | 90 | 24.0 | -75.2% |
| Larceny | 65.4 | A | 742 | 116.4 | -43.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6.0 | A | 102 | 22.2 | -73.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millburn Township | 1 miles | A 4.5 | D 240.2 | Violent: 81.0% lower Property: 210.7% higher |
| Kenilworth | 3 miles | A 12.1 | A 60.6 | Violent: 49.1% lower Property: 21.6% lower |
| Summit | 3 miles | A 13.5 | A 76.3 | Violent: 43.4% lower Property: 1.3% lower |
| Maplewood Township | 3 miles | A 31.8 | B 123.4 | Violent: 33.8% higher Property: 59.5% higher |
| Elizabeth | 3 miles | C 118.3 | F 315.2 | Violent: 397.2% higher Property: 307.6% higher |