Centerville Neighborhood, Camden
Crime Rate & Statistics
Very high crime — well above the national average across categories
Safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Camden
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Is Centerville Safe?
No — this area has very high crime. Centerville in Camden, NJ has a safety grade of F+. The overall crime index is 196, which is 96% above the national average of 100. Centerville is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Camden.
Compared to the Camden average (crime index 167), Centerville is 29% higher in overall crime.
Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 197, 97% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 179).
Centerville Crime Breakdown
Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Camden city average. Higher values mean more crime.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
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Murder
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197 | +97% | High | |
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Assault
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194 | +94% | High | |
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Robbery
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194 | +94% | High | |
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Rape
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196 | +96% | High | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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179 | +79% | High | |
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Larceny / Theft
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194 | +94% | High | |
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Vehicle Theft
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197 | +97% | High | |
How Centerville Compares
Crime index by category: Centerville vs Camden average vs national average.
Crime by Category
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Centerville Crime Map
Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.
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Centerville Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Centerville, Camden?
Centerville in Camden, NJ has a crime safety grade of F+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 196, which is 96% above the national average. Compared to the Camden average, crime in Centerville is 29% higher. Centerville is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Camden.
Is Centerville a safe neighborhood in Camden?
Centerville has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of F+. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Murder (index: 197), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 179). It is one of the higher-crime neighborhoods in Camden.
How does Centerville compare to the rest of Camden?
Centerville's overall crime index is 196, compared to the Camden average of 167. This means crime in Centerville is 29% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 195, and for property crime it is 190. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.
What type of crime is most common in Centerville?
The most prevalent crime type in Centerville is Murder, with a crime index of 197 (97% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.
What are safer neighborhoods near Centerville?
Nearby neighborhoods include Liberty Park, Morgan Village, Waterfront South, Whitman Park. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.
What are the demographics of Centerville?
Centerville has a population of approximately 2,757. The median household income is $19,971. The median home value is $55,455. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Centerville crime compare to the national average?
Centerville's overall crime rate is 96% above the national average (index 196 vs 100). Within Camden, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.
Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.