The crime rate in the Trenton-Princeton, NJ Metro Area is slightly lower than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 21.7 compared to the US average of 22.7. However, property crime is also lower in the area, with a rate of 29.1 compared to the US average of 35.4. This is encouraging, but it is important to note that any level of crime is still a cause for concern. The area, like many other urban areas, is not immune to crime and residents should take precautions to stay safe. Law enforcement agencies in the area work diligently to combat crime and keep the community safe, but it is also important for residents to be aware of their surroundings and report any suspicious or criminal activity. By working together, the Trenton-Princeton, NJ Metro Area can continue to improve its crime rates and create a safer community for all.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Trenton-Princeton Metro Area violent crime is 21.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Trenton-Princeton Metro Area property crime is 29.1. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Trenton-Princeton, New Jersey does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Lakewood township, New Jersey. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Lakewood township, New Jersey. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.