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65%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
88%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
61%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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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.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleNew Berlin/100k peopleWisconsin/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime329n/a (estimate)8151,6822,324
Murder0n/a0.05.36.3
Rape3n/a7.438.640.0
Robbery3n/a7.439.466.1
Assault12n/a29.7213.7268.2
Violent crime18n/a (estimate)45297370
Burglary33n/a81.8153.7269.8
Theft264n/a654.1981.01,401.9
Vehicle theft14n/a34.7250.3282.7
Property crime311n/a (estimate)7711,3851,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in New Berlin, WI

When we analyze the latest crime report, the New Berlin crime rate is 64.9% 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 New Berlin, there were 18 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 45 per 100,000 individuals, 87.9% lower than the national average. Additionally, New Berlin recorded 311 property crimes, amounting to 771 per 100,000 residents, 60.6% lower than the U.S. average.

New Berlin stands out with one of the lowest violent crime rates in the United States. Reporting only 45 violent crimes per 100,000 people, New Berlin secures its place among the safest cities in the nation, making it an enticing destination for those in search of a new home.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, New Berlin reported a murder rate of 0. This could indicate that it is a very safe place to live, but also serves as an inspiration to other urban areas striving for safer communities. Examining the full crime report will provide a complete overview of all crimes - violent and property.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in New Berlin?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of New Berlin residents. Out of the respondents (9 in total), 89% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in New Berlin were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 11% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is New Berlin a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if New Berlin is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. New Berlin has a total crime rate that is 65% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.9 daily crimes (0.05 violent daily crimes and 0.85 daily property crimes) in New Berlin.

Has Crime in New Berlin Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in New Berlin. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in New Berlin has decreased by 7.8%. Violent crimes have increased by 20%, while property crimes have decreased by 9.1%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in New Berlin

The economic prosperity of a city's inhabitants exerts substantial influence on crime stats. Elevated poverty rates and income inequality can precipitate heightened criminal activity, as individuals may turn to illicit means to fulfill their fundamental requirements. While lower poverty rates could lead to lower New Berlin crime rates. In New Berlin, the poverty rate stands at 3%, diverging from the national average of 15.1%.

New Berlin has a population density of 1092.5 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 New Berlin crime rates.

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 New Berlin, the cost of living is 6.82% higher than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

New Berlin crime map



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

      • New Berlin crime rates are 65% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in New Berlin are 88% lower than the national average
      • In New Berlin you have a 1 in 123 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • New Berlin is safer than 84% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in New Berlin has decreased by 9%

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        Daily Crime In New Berlin (per 100,000 people)

        The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in New Berlin, WI per 100,000 people. In New Berlin, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 2.06 times less than the Wisconsin average and 2.85 times less than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in New Berlin is 6.66 times less than the Wisconsin average and 8.29 times less than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, New Berlin has a daily crime rate that is 1.80 times less than the Wisconsin average and 2.54 times less than the overall daily national average.

        How Safe is New Berlin (higher is better)

        When comparing the safety of New Berlin to every other city in Wisconsin, as well as the entirety of the United States, is New Berlin safe? The gauges above illustrate that New Berlin is safer than 73% of every city located within Wisconsin along with 84% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Wisconsin and in the United States as a whole. As a result, New Berlin, WI is ranked above average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in New Berlin

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in New Berlin is 1 in 2243
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in New Berlin is 1 in 130
        The chance of being a victim of crime in New Berlin is 1 in 123
        Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in New Berlin? If you reside in New Berlin, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 2243. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 130 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in New Berlin, is 1 in 123.

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

        A good indicator of whether New Berlin is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in New Berlin has increased by 18%, while the property crime rate in New Berlin has decreased by 10% year over year. The number of total crimes in New Berlin has decreased by 9% year over year.

        New Berlin police department

        Item New Berlin Wisconsin National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)779,355558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.92.43.3
        There are a total of 77 New Berlin police officers. This results in 1.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 19% less than the Wisconsin average and 40.5% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Wisconsin

        State Total offenders Wisconsin /100K National /100K
        Wisconsin24,983456266
        There are a total of 24,983 sex offenders in Wisconsin. This yields a total of 456 sex offenders in Wisconsin per 100,000 residents which is 71% greater than the national average.

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        Nashotah, WI1,28742194236
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        Merton, WI3,72157264320
        Hartland, WI9,31793280373
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        North Prairie, WI2,54272335407
        New Berlin, WI39,79445771815

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        New Berlin, WI39,79445771815
        Source: The New Berlin, WI 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.