Crime Safety Grade

B

Browns Mills, NJ Crime Rate

Lower crime than 71% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

Is Browns Mills Safe?

With an overall crime index of 91, Browns Mills has a 9% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 269. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Fort Dix earning an A+ grade while Hanover Furnace rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Browns Mills
91
New Jersey Avg
75
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
91
9% below average
Violent Crime
93
7% below average
Property Crime
87
13% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Browns Mills

1 in 269

Property crime: 1 in 287

Where Is It Safe in Browns Mills?

Browns Mills Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 16% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 27% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 90 ▼ 10%
Assault Violent 73 ▼ 27%
Robbery Violent 116 ▲ 16%
Burglary Property 93 ▼ 7%
Larceny / Theft Property 76 ▼ 24%
Vehicle Theft Property 91 ▼ 9%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Browns Mills Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Fort Dix A+ 3
2 Country Lake Estates A 72
3 Presidential Lake Estates A 82
4 Browns Mills A- 120
5 Hanover Furnace A- 110
6 Browns Mills Junction B+ 156

Browns Mills Crime by Zip Code

Browns Mills Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
10,228
Median Income
$67,397
Home Value
$161,805
Median Rent
$1,391
Home Ownership
73%

Racial Demographics

White
62.2%
Black
20.8%
Hispanic
13.9%
Asian
4.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Browns Mills?
Browns Mills has an overall crime index of 91, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Browns Mills are rated A or B for safety.
Is Browns Mills safe to live in?
Browns Mills has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Browns Mills?
The safest neighborhoods in Browns Mills based on crime data include Fort Dix, Country Lake Estates, Presidential Lake Estates, Browns Mills, and Hanover Furnace. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Browns Mills crime compare to the national average?
Browns Mills's overall crime index is 91 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 9% lower than the typical US city.

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