South Amboy, NJ Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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41%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

53%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

39%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2023 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2024; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	South Amboy_{/100k people}	New Jersey_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	125	n/a (estimate)	1,339	1,743	2,281
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	2.8	5.7
Rape	0	n/a	0.0	17.9	38.0
Robbery	0	n/a	0.0	49.9	66.5
Assault	16	n/a	171.4	150.7	264.1
Violent crime	16	n/a (estimate)	171	221	364
Burglary	32	n/a	342.7	154.8	250.7
Theft	57	n/a	610.5	1,176.1	1,347.2
Vehicle theft	20	n/a	214.2	190.7	318.7
Property crime	109	n/a (estimate)	1,167	1,522	1,917

An Overview of Crime Rates in South Amboy, 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 South Amboy is 42% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 12 violent crimes reported in South Amboy, equivalent to 129 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 65%. Additionally, South Amboy recorded 113 property crimes, amounting to 1218 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 37.7%.

South Amboy showcased a dedication to violent crime safety in its latest reported crime year by achieving a murder rate of 0. This accomplishment could indicate that it is a safe place for residents, but also provides a shining example to other urban areas endeavoring to create safer communities.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in South Amboy?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in South Amboy. Based on the results of the surveys (5 responses), 40% of people felt that there was very little crime in South Amboy and felt safe walking alone at night. While 60% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is South Amboy a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in South Amboy, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. South Amboy presents a total crime rate that is 42% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, South Amboy experiences an average of 0.34 daily crimes, comprising 0.03 violent incidents and 0.31 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in South Amboy Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in South Amboy has increased by 47.1% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not South Amboy is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has decreased by 7.7%, while property crime has increased by 56.9%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in South Amboy.

Potential Causes for Crime in South Amboy

South Amboy has a poverty rate that stands at 5.4, in contrast to the national average of 15.1. Historically, a direct correlation has been observed between poverty rates and crime stats. Higher poverty rates have led to higher crime rates, while lower poverty rates have led to a reduction in South Amboy crime rates. Income disparities and heightened poverty levels can serve as catalysts for elevated or reduced criminal activity, as individuals may or may not turn to illicit means to fulfill their basic needs. This could be one of many factors that may influence crime.

South Amboy has a population density of 5766.9 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 South Amboy crime rates.

The level of education within a community can impact crime rates. Higher educational attainment often correlates with lower crime rates, as it provides individuals with better job opportunities and alternatives to criminal behavior. While lower educational achievement rates tend to lead to higher crime rates. In South Amboy, 85.1% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

South Amboy crime map

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

South Amboy crime rates are 41% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in South Amboy are 53% lower than the national average
In South Amboy you have a 1 in 75 chance of becoming a victim of crime
South Amboy is safer than 66% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in South Amboy has increased by 50%

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Daily Crime In South Amboy (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in South Amboy for every 100,000 residents. The South Amboy total amount of daily crime is 1.30 times less than the New Jersey average and 1.70 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in South Amboy, is 1.29 times less than the New Jersey average, and it is 2.12 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that South Amboy has a daily crime average that is 1.30 times less than the New Jersey average and 1.64 times less than the daily national rate.

How Safe is South Amboy (higher is better)

Is South Amboy safe in comparison to other cities in the state of New Jersey as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in South Amboy to other cities in the state and across the country, South Amboy is 39% safer than other cities of New Jersey and 66% safer than other cities in the nation. South Amboy has a ranks above average in comparison to other cities in the country.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in South Amboy

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in South Amboy is 1 in 584

The chance of being a victim of property crime in South Amboy is 1 in 86

The chance of being a victim of crime in South Amboy is 1 in 75

How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In South Amboy, New Jersey you have a 1 in 584 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 86 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 75 chance of becoming a victim of crime in South Amboy.

Year Over Year Crime In South Amboy (per 100,000 people)

An ideal indicator of whether South Amboy is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in South Amboy has increased by 26% and the rate of property crime in South Amboy has increased by 55%. The total crime rate in South Amboy has increased by 50% year to year.

South Amboy police department

Item	South Amboy	New Jersey	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	28	14,540	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	3.2	5.7	3.3

There are a total of 28 South Amboy police officers. This results in 3.2 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 43.2% less than the New Jersey average and 1.3% 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}
Matawan, NJ	8,696	0	10	10
Union Beach, NJ	5,362	18	88	105
Mountainside, NJ	6,859	14	230	244
Navesink, NJ	1,331	31	214	245
Cranbury, NJ	2,213	35	239	273
Fair Haven, NJ	5,833	33	261	294
Six Mile Run, NJ	3,432	42	290	332
South Amboy, NJ	8,868	171	1,167	1,339

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Newark, NY	8,868	489	2,257	2,746
Farmingdale, NY	8,869	137	631	768
Poteau, OK	8,866	377	3,732	4,109
New Windsor, NY	8,866	361	1,664	2,024
Plainedge, NY	8,865	181	834	1,015
South Amboy, NJ	8,868	171	1,167	1,339

Source: The South Amboy, NJ crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2023. 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.