C

University Heights

Newark, NJ

Crime Score: C - Higher than average crime

10,846
Population
$56,200
Median Income
$310,686
Median Home Value
31.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 135
Robbery 156
Burglary 134
Larceny/Theft 175
Vehicle Theft 172

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$310,686
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
21.4%
Renter Occupied
78.6%
Vacant
9.8%

Cost of Living

45% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -40%
🛒 Food & Groceries -48%
🚗 Transportation -45%
🏥 Healthcare -55%
💡 Utilities -37%

Compared to U.S. national average

Demographics

Education Level

26.3%
High School+
18.0%
Bachelor's+
11.5%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
18.5%
Black/African American
56.2%
Hispanic/Latino
22.5%
Asian
10.4%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
39° / 23°F
Summer (Jul)
85° / 66°F
🌧️
47.9"
Annual Rain
❄️
27.0"
Annual Snow

About University Heights

University Heights is a neighborhood located in Newark, NJ. With a crime score of C, this area has higher than average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 10,846 residents with a median household income of $56,200 .

Safety Tips

  • Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
  • Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
  • Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
  • Report suspicious activity to local authorities