Pennsauken, NJ Crime Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Crime in Pennsauken, NJ

Is Pennsauken safe in 2026?

Pennsauken earns an overall crime grade of C in 2026, placing it in a middle tier for safety — not among New Jersey's most dangerous communities, but not without real concerns either. Over the last 90 days, local data recorded 3,834 total incidents, with assault accounting for a striking 47% of all reported crimes (1,785 incidents). That concentration of violent incidents is the primary driver behind the C grade. Property crimes — including theft (11%), burglary (8%), and motor vehicle theft (8%) — add further pressure. Neighborhoods near Cooper River Park and areas bordering Cherry Hill tend to see lower incident densities, while more commercially active corridors show higher concentrations of theft and retail crime. Practicing situational awareness, especially after dark, remains important for residents and visitors alike.

What is the crime rate in Pennsauken in 2026?

Based on the most recent 90-day incident window, Pennsauken logged 3,834 reported crimes across a population of approximately 35,704 residents. Assault is by far the dominant category at 47% of incidents, followed by theft at 11%, arrests at 9%, burglary at 8%, and motor vehicle theft at another 8%. Vandalism (6%), retail theft (6%), and shootings (5%) round out the incident mix. The shooting category — 180 incidents representing 5% of all reported crimes — is a notable concern for a township of this size and warrants attention. The overall crime grade of C reflects a community facing moderate-to-elevated crime pressure relative to comparable New Jersey suburbs.

What are the safest neighborhoods in Pennsauken?

While the township-wide crime grade sits at a C, crime is not uniformly distributed across Pennsauken. Areas near Cooper River Park and the residential zones adjacent to Cherry Hill have historically reported fewer incidents and tend to feature well-maintained housing stock and active community engagement — factors associated with lower crime density. By contrast, higher-traffic commercial corridors see a disproportionate share of the 427 theft incidents and 218 retail theft incidents recorded in the last 90 days. Residents can use the interactive crime map on this page to filter by incident type and date range, making it easy to compare specific blocks or zip codes within the township before making housing or commuting decisions.

Is Pennsauken a good place to live in 2026?

Pennsauken offers a genuinely mixed picture for prospective residents. On the affordability side, the numbers are compelling: a median home value of $159,078, median rent of $987/month, and a median household income of $67,700 combine to make homeownership accessible in ways that many nearby communities cannot match. Proximity to Philadelphia adds commuter appeal. However, the economic context matters — an unemployment rate of 7.7% and a poverty rate of 15.4% are above typical suburban benchmarks, and research consistently links economic stress to elevated crime rates. The C crime grade and the dominance of assault (47% of recent incidents) signal that safety should be a key factor in any neighborhood-level decision. Families prioritizing safety may want to focus their search on the quieter residential pockets near Cooper River Park, where the incident density is lower relative to the township average.

What types of crime are most common in Pennsauken?

The 90-day incident data tells a clear story: violent crime — specifically assault — dominates Pennsauken's crime profile at 47% of all incidents (1,785 cases). This is unusually high as a share of total crime and distinguishes Pennsauken from communities where property crime leads. Property crimes are also significant: theft (11%, 427 incidents), burglary (8%, 325 incidents), and motor vehicle theft (8%, 320 incidents) collectively represent about 27% of all reported crimes. Vandalism accounted for 6% (246 incidents) and retail theft for another 6% (218 incidents), suggesting active commercial corridors with shoplifting pressure. Shootings, at 5% of incidents (180 cases), are a serious concern that elevates the overall risk profile beyond what the C grade alone might suggest. Residents should use the map's crime-type filters to track these categories by location and time period.