Moderately Safe · Population: 56,531
Newark, New Jersey is a city with moderate safety levels, with a safety score of 62/100. The violent crime rate of 345.1 per 100K is near the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 56,531, Newark reported 195 violent crimes and 1,499 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 14.1 per 100K |
| Rape | 25.8 per 100K |
| Robbery | 111.5 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 193.7 per 100K |
| Burglary | 461.4 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,795.5 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 395.5 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 195 |
| Property Crimes | 1,499 |
| Total Crimes | 1,694 |
With a safety score of 62/100, Newark is safer than the average US city. Property crime accounts for 88% 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.