Watchung, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Watchung Police Department serves the city of Watchung, NJ in Somerset County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 207 violent crimes and 1,398 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 77.3 per 100k residents, which is 27.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 633.9 per 100k, 287.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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 BAnnual Rate77.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents207 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate633.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,398 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate61.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents67 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate572.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,284 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 77.3 | B | 207 | 106.2 | -27.2% |
| Property Crime | 633.9 | F | 1398 | 163.6 | +287.4% |
| Burglary | 61.8 | F | 67 | 24.0 | +157.4% |
| Larceny | 572.0 | F | 1284 | 116.4 | +391.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Plainfield | 1 miles | C 96.8 | C 149.6 | Violent: 25.2% higher Property: 76.4% lower |
| Plainfield | 2 miles | D 142.4 | C 166.1 | Violent: 84.2% higher Property: 73.8% lower |
| Warren Township | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 56.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 91.1% lower |
| Scotch Plains Township | 3 miles | A 8.2 | A 77.8 | Violent: 89.4% lower Property: 87.7% lower |
| Green Brook Township | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 121.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 80.8% lower |