Lakewood township, located in New Jersey, has a lower rate of crime compared to the national average. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Lakewood township is 11.4, while the national average is 22.7. Similarly, the property crime rate in this township is 18.5, which is significantly lower than the US average of 35.4. While these numbers may suggest that Lakewood is a relatively safe community, it does not mean that crime does not exist. There have been reports of violent crimes such as assault and robbery, as well as property crimes like burglary and theft. However, with the community's efforts to combat crime and the lower overall crime rates, Lakewood township remains a relatively peaceful and safe place to live.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Lakewood township violent crime is 11.4. (The US average is 22.7)
Lakewood township property crime is 18.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.