Moderately Safe · Population: 340,429
Newark, Delaware is a city with moderate safety levels, with a safety score of 50/100. The violent crime rate of 545.3 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 340,429, Newark reported 1,856 violent crimes and 11,512 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 8.2 per 100K |
| Rape | 69.4 per 100K |
| Robbery | 174.5 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 293.2 per 100K |
| Burglary | 811.8 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 2,170.3 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 399.6 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 1,856 |
| Property Crimes | 11,512 |
| Total Crimes | 13,368 |
With a safety score of 50/100, Newark is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 86% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.