Neighborhood Crime Report
West Side
Newark, NJ
C-
Crime Score
High crime rate
Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault
149
49% above avg
Robbery
119
19% above avg
Burglary
131
31% above avg
Larceny/Theft
151
51% above avg
Vehicle Theft
160
60% above avg
Demographics
$325,871
Average Home
$47,526
Average Income
15,485
Population
32.0
Average Age
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West Side Details
West Side, Newark Crime Information
Newark, NJ neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics
C-
West Side
Newark, NJ
Crime Score: C- – High crime rate
Updated today at 5:26pm
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15,485
Population
$47,526
Median Income
$325,871
Median Home Value
32.0
Median Age
Crime Statistics
Assault
149
Robbery
119
Burglary
131
Larceny/Theft
151
Vehicle Theft
160
Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.
Housing & Real Estate
$325,871
Median Home Value
Housing Breakdown
Owner Occupied
23.3%
Renter Occupied
76.7%
Cost of Living
↓
45% lower than national average
🏠 Housing
-37%
🛒 Food & Groceries
-48%
🚗 Transportation
-43%
🏥 Healthcare
-54%
💡 Utilities
-28%
Demographics
Education Level
34.3%
High School+
9.8%
Bachelor's+
3.7%
Graduate
Population by Ethnicity
White
3.5%
Black/African American
86.3%
Hispanic/Latino
14.4%
Asian
0.3%
Weather & Climate
Winter (Jan)
38° / 23°F
Summer (Jul)
85° / 66°F
🌧️
48.2"
Annual Rain
❄️
27.0"
Annual Snow
Nearby Neighborhoods
About West Side
West Side is a neighborhood located in Newark, NJ. With a crime score of C-, this area has high crime rate compared to other neighborhoods in the city.
The neighborhood has a population of approximately 15,485 residents with a median household income of $47,526.
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