Island Heights, NJ is a small town located along the Jersey Shore with a population of just over 1,600 people. Despite its peaceful and quaint atmosphere, the town has experienced its fair share of crime. According to the latest statistics, the violent crime rate in Island Heights is 7.2, which is significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate in the town is 14.4, slightly lower than the national average of 35.4. This means that although the town has a relatively low level of overall crime compared to other areas in the United States, there is still room for improvement in terms of property crime prevention. In light of this, the local authorities have been implementing various measures to ensure the safety and security of residents and visitors in Island Heights.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Island Heights violent crime is 7.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Island Heights property crime is 14.4. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.