West New York, NJ Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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39%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

33%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

41%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	West New York_{/100k people}	New Jersey_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	732	n/a (estimate)	1,407	1,620	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	1.9	3.1	6.3
Rape	11	n/a	21.1	16.8	40.0
Robbery	36	n/a	69.2	47.6	66.1
Assault	81	n/a	155.7	135.4	268.2
Violent crime	129	n/a (estimate)	248	203	370
Burglary	61	n/a	117.3	148.0	269.8
Theft	501	n/a	963.1	1,109.1	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	41	n/a	78.8	159.6	282.7
Property crime	603	n/a (estimate)	1,159	1,417	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in West New York, NJ

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in West New York is 39.5% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 129 violent crimes reported in West New York, equivalent to 248 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 32.9%. Additionally, West New York recorded 603 property crimes, amounting to 1159 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 40.7%.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in West New York?

What do the local residents think about crime in West New York? Well, based on a recent survey of 21 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 71% of West New York residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 29% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is West New York a Safe Place to Live?

Is West New York a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, West New York has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 39%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 2.01 daily incidents, encompassing 0.35 violent crimes and 1.65 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of West New York as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in West New York Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in West New York crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in West New York has increased by 5.6% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 21.7% and property crime has increased by 2.7%.

Potential Causes for Crime in West New York

Highly populated regions typically encompass expansive urban hubs teeming with diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, giving rise to enclaves of poverty amid affluence. Communities marked by economic disparities may contend with heightened property crimes, and in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, regions characterized by low population density often exhibit lower West New York crime rates. For instance, in West New York, the population density stands at 53082.1 people per square mile, diverging from the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

Rising cost of living expenses, including increased housing costs, grocery, utility and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards crime, 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 West New York, the cost of living is 24.25% higher than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

In areas where housing affordability is an issue, crime can become a significant concern. Some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions, which can increase stress and potentially contribute to domestic disputes and related crimes. The median home price in West New York is $340,800, compared to a national average of $184,700.

West New York crime map

The West New York crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in West New York 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 West New York crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the West New York 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.

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Crime Quick Facts

West New York crime rates are 39% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in West New York are 33% lower than the national average
In West New York you have a 1 in 72 chance of becoming a victim of crime
West New York is safer than 49% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in West New York has increased by 8%

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Daily Crime In West New York (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in West New York for every 100,000 residents. The West New York total amount of daily crime is 1.15 times less than the New Jersey average and 1.65 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in West New York, is 1.22 times more than the New Jersey average, and it is 1.49 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that West New York has a daily crime average that is 1.22 times less than the New Jersey average and 1.69 times less than the daily national rate.

How Safe is West New York (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of West New York to every other city in New Jersey, as well as the entirety of the United States, is West New York safe? The gauges above illustrate that West New York is safer than 26% of every city located within New Jersey along with 49% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in New Jersey and in the United States as a whole. As a result, West New York, NJ is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in West New York

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in West New York is 1 in 404

The chance of being a victim of property crime in West New York is 1 in 87

The chance of being a victim of crime in West New York is 1 in 72

How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In West New York, New Jersey you have a 1 in 404 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 87 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 72 chance of becoming a victim of crime in West New York.

Year Over Year Crime In West New York (per 100,000 people)

Determining whether West New York is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. West New York violent crime rates have increased by 24%. At the same time, property crime has increased by 5% year over year. Total crimes for West New York has increased by 8% in the same time frame.

West New York police department

Item	West New York	New Jersey	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	110	14,540	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.2	5.7	3.3

There are a total of 110 West New York police officers. This results in 2.2 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 61.5% less than the New Jersey average and 33% 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}
Rockleigh, NJ	650	0	0	0
Tuckahoe CDP, NY	1,188	60	242	302
Atlantic Beach, NY	1,341	60	242	302
Haworth, NJ	3,400	39	270	309
Great Neck Estates, NY	2,865	67	270	337
New Milford, NJ	16,477	6	349	355
Bergenfield, NJ	27,375	43	317	360
West New York, NJ	52,778	248	1,159	1,407

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Apopka, FL	52,795	558	2,813	3,371
Delano, CA	52,821	343	2,088	2,431
Elkhart, IN	52,657	1,066	2,851	3,917
Milford city, CT	52,902	82	2,342	2,423
Pensacola, FL	52,918	314	1,899	2,213
West New York, NJ	52,778	248	1,159	1,407

Source: The West New York, NJ crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. 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.