Neighborhood Crime Report
University Heights
Newark, NJ
C
Crime Score
Higher than average crime
Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault
135
35% above avg
Robbery
156
56% above avg
Burglary
134
34% above avg
Larceny/Theft
175
75% above avg
Vehicle Theft
172
72% above avg
Demographics
$310,686
Average Home
$56,200
Average Income
10,846
Population
31.0
Average Age
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University Heights Details
University Heights, Newark Crime Information
Newark, NJ neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics
C
University Heights
Newark, NJ
Crime Score: C – Higher than average crime
Updated today at 5:26pm
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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%
Cost of Living
↓
45% lower than national average
🏠 Housing
-40%
🛒 Food & Groceries
-48%
🚗 Transportation
-45%
🏥 Healthcare
-55%
💡 Utilities
-37%
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
Nearby Neighborhoods
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