Glassboro, NJ Crime Rates: Stats & Map

Get 300+ Local Insights for Any Address in Glassboro, NJ

Get Access to 300+ Local Data Points

A

42%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

57%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

39%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2024 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2025; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Glassboro_{/100k people}	New Jersey_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	305	n/a (estimate)	1,230	1,645	2,119
Murder	1	n/a	4.0	2.3	5.0
Rape	2	n/a	8.1	17.3	37.5
Robbery	8	n/a	32.3	49.3	60.6
Assault	27	n/a	108.9	148.8	256.1
Violent crime	38	n/a (estimate)	153	218	359
Burglary	24	n/a	96.8	145.3	229.2
Theft	224	n/a	903.5	1,119.4	1,272.1
Vehicle theft	19	n/a	76.6	162.6	258.8
Property crime	267	n/a (estimate)	1,077	1,427	1,760

Glassboro crime map

The Glassboro crime map by CrimeoMeter provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Glassboro as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Glassboro crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Glassboro crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

Get Crime Data Within A 1-Mile Radius!

View detailed crime data near your address
Use local crime insights to avoid risky areas
Get hyperlocal crime stats, not city averages

GET REPORT →

* Crime data not available for every address.

An Overview of Crime Rates in Glassboro, NJ

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Glassboro crime rate is 42% lower than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Glassboro, there were 38 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 153 per 100,000 individuals, 57.3% lower than the national average. Additionally, Glassboro recorded 267 property crimes, amounting to 1077 per 100,000 residents, 38.8% lower than the U.S. average.

Is Glassboro a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Glassboro a safe place to live?” Although the answer might not be that simple, as some areas are safer than others, getting a good feel for the overall rate of crime can definitely be helpful. Overall, the Glassboro crime rate is 42% lower than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 0.84 crimes per day - 0.1 violent crimes and 0.73 property crimes.

Has Crime in Glassboro Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Glassboro has decreased by 2.2%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Glassboro, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has decreased by 15.6%, while property crime has decreased by 0%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Glassboro is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Glassboro

In Glassboro, the poverty rate currently stands at 22.5%, which contrasts with the national average of 15.1%. It's essential to recognize that the economic status of a city's inhabitants could be a pivotal factor influencing crime stats. Communities grappling with high poverty rates and income inequality are often susceptible to elevated crime levels, as some individuals may turn to unlawful activities to fulfill their essential needs. While lower poverty rates could lead to a reduction in Glassboro crime rates.

Glassboro has a population density of 2200.5 people per square mile, contrasting with the national average of 90.6 people per square mile. High population density cities are often large urban hubs teeming with diverse economic opportunities. Within these environments, income disparities can become pronounced, leading to higher poverty levels. This economic divide may contribute to an uptick in property crimes and, occasionally, violent crimes. In contrast, areas characterized by low population density typically exhibit lower Glassboro crime rates.

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Glassboro, the cost of living is 12.21% higher than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

Homes For Sale In Glassboro, NJ

630 Marion St

Glassboro, NJ

14 Chestnut Ct

Glassboro, NJ

15 Timber Ct

Glassboro, NJ

301 Platinum Ct

Glassboro, NJ

Compare Glassboro, NJ Crime

Crime Quick Facts

Glassboro crime rates are 42% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Glassboro are 57% lower than the national average
In Glassboro you have a 1 in 82 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Glassboro is safer than 55% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Glassboro has decreased by 6%

Glassboro, NJ Crime Quiz

Safest Places to Live in and Around Glassboro

See all the best places to live around Glassboro

Write a review to give others more information about this area.

See all Glassboro poll results

The best places in New Jersey

Here are the best places to live in New Jersey

Safest Cities In The US

Check out the 10 safest cities in New Jersey

Check out the 10 most dangerous cities in New Jersey

Daily Crime In Glassboro (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Glassboro, New Jersey is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Glassboro are 1.34 times less than the New Jersey average and 1.72 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Glassboro are 1.42 times less than than New Jersey and 2.34 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Glassboro are 1.33 times less than than New Jersey and 1.63 times less than the national average.

How Safe is Glassboro (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Glassboro in comparison to other New Jersey communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Glassboro safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Glassboro being safer than 35% of cities in New Jersey and 55% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking New Jersey cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Glassboro. In conclusion, Glassboro ranks above average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Glassboro

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Glassboro is 1 in 653

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Glassboro is 1 in 93

The chance of being a victim of crime in Glassboro is 1 in 82

Wondering what the chances are that you fall victim to a crime in Glassboro? In Glassboro, NJ you have a 1 in 653 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 93 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and motor vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 82 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Glassboro.

Year Over Year Crime In Glassboro (per 100,000 people)

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Glassboro, New Jersey (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Glassboro has decreased by 4%, the amount of property crime in Glassboro has decreased by 7%, and the total amount of crime in Glassboro has decreased by 6% year over year.

Glassboro police department

Item	Glassboro	New Jersey	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	49	14,540	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.6	5.7	3.3

There are a total of 49 Glassboro police officers. This results in 2.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 53.7% less than the New Jersey average and 19.5% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in New Jersey

State	Total offenders	New Jersey_/100K	National_/100K
New Jersey	4,539	54	266

There are a total of 4,539 sex offenders in New Jersey. This yields a total of 54 sex offenders in New Jersey per 100,000 residents which is 80% less than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Rose Valley, PA	1,190	35	201	236
Pitman, NJ	8,979	22	286	308
Haddon Heights, NJ	7,787	0	495	495
Richwood, NJ	4,103	66	434	500
Greenwich, NJ	2,805	69	454	524
Alloway, NJ	1,520	74	487	561
Wenonah, NJ	2,334	75	493	569
Glassboro, NJ	20,509	153	1,077	1,230

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Middleton, WI	20,512	107	891	998
Rosedale, MD	20,525	495	2,415	2,909
Parma Heights, OH	20,527	29	332	361
East Northport, NY	20,490	160	722	882
Punta Gorda, FL	20,488	112	596	709
Glassboro, NJ	20,509	153	1,077	1,230

Source: The Glassboro, NJ crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2024. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.