Neptune, NJ Crime Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Neptune, NJ Crime

Is Neptune, NJ safe in 2026?

Neptune earns an overall crime grade of C+, placing it in the moderate safety tier. Across the five neighborhoods analyzed, 40% received an A or A- grade (Fox Chase and Hamilton), while 40% landed at Grade C (Bradley Park and West Grove), and 20% received a Grade D (Whitesville). That means roughly 4 in 10 Neptune residents live in a neighborhood considered safe by crime-grade standards, while 1 in 5 live in a higher-concern area. Safety varies meaningfully by location, so consulting the Neptune crime map before choosing where to live or visit is strongly recommended.

What is the crime rate in Neptune, NJ?

Neptune's crime picture is best understood through its neighborhood grade distribution rather than a single number. Of the five neighborhoods studied, two (40%) earned safe grades of A or A-, two (40%) earned a C, and one (20%) earned a D — with no neighborhoods reaching Grade F. Hamilton, the township's most populous neighborhood at roughly 10,177 residents, holds an A- grade and a median household income of $107,559, suggesting that the majority of Neptune residents actually live in a relatively safe area. By contrast, Whitesville — with a median income of $48,519 and a Grade D — accounts for the township's most concentrated crime concerns. Neptune's 7.9% unemployment rate and 10% poverty rate provide useful socioeconomic context for these patterns.

What are the safest neighborhoods in Neptune, NJ?

The two safest neighborhoods in Neptune are:

• Fox Chase — Grade A: A small enclave of about 244 residents with a median household income of $96,361. Its low population density and higher income level correlate with the township's top safety rating.
• Hamilton — Grade A-: Home to roughly 10,177 residents and a median income of $107,559, Hamilton is by far the largest neighborhood in Neptune and its strong A- grade means the majority of township residents live in a comparatively safe area.

Bradley Park (Grade C, median income $65,383) and West Grove (Grade C, median income $66,895) sit in the moderate middle tier, while Whitesville (Grade D, median income $48,519) is the area of greatest concern. The income gap between the safest neighborhoods — where median incomes exceed $96,000 — and Whitesville at $48,519 is nearly double, a pattern consistent with national crime and socioeconomic research.

Which Neptune neighborhoods have the highest crime?

Whitesville stands out as Neptune's highest-crime neighborhood, earning a Grade D — the only neighborhood in the analysis to fall into the D–F range. With a population of 2,812 and a median household income of $48,519 (about 40% below the township median of $80,156), Whitesville faces compounding socioeconomic pressures that tend to correlate with elevated crime. West Grove and Bradley Park, both rated Grade C, represent moderate-risk areas with median incomes of $66,895 and $65,383 respectively — below the township average but not at the extremes seen in Whitesville. Together, these three neighborhoods account for 60% of Neptune's analyzed areas and house a significant share of the township's roughly 27,547 residents.

Is Neptune, NJ a good place to live in 2026?

For many households, Neptune offers a compelling value proposition. The median home value of $326,651 and median rent of $1,356 are moderate for the New Jersey Shore region, and the median household income of $80,156 suggests a solidly middle-class community. The fact that 40% of analyzed neighborhoods carry an A or A- safety grade — and that Hamilton, the largest neighborhood, is among them — means prospective residents have real options for settling in lower-crime areas. That said, a 7.9% unemployment rate and a 10% poverty rate are worth noting, and the Grade D rating in Whitesville signals that not all parts of the township share the same safety profile. Families prioritizing safety would do well to focus their search on Fox Chase and Hamilton, while keeping a close eye on the Neptune crime map for any emerging trends in Bradley Park or West Grove.

How does Neptune's crime compare to other New Jersey towns?

Neptune's overall C+ crime grade places it in the moderate range — neither among New Jersey's safest communities nor its most dangerous. The township's grade distribution tells a nuanced story: 40% of neighborhoods are rated safe (A/A-), which is a meaningful bright spot, but the presence of a Grade D neighborhood (Whitesville) and two Grade C neighborhoods pulls the overall average down. With a population density of 1,308 residents per square mile and a poverty rate of 10%, Neptune's profile is typical of mid-sized New Jersey townships that blend stable suburban pockets with areas facing economic stress. Residents looking for the safest experience within Neptune should prioritize Hamilton and Fox Chase, where crime grades significantly outperform the township average.