Morgan Village Neighborhood, Camden
Crime Rate & Statistics
High crime area — exercise caution, especially at night
Safer than 10% of neighborhoods in Camden
Safety at a Glance
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Is Morgan Village Safe?
No — this is a high-crime area. Morgan Village in Camden, NJ has a safety grade of D-. The overall crime index is 176, which is 76% above the national average of 100. Morgan Village is safer than 10% of neighborhoods in Camden.
Compared to the Camden average (crime index 167), Morgan Village is 9% higher in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.
Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 187, 87% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 163).
Morgan Village 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 | |
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| Violent Crime | ||||
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Murder
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180 | +80% | High | |
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Assault
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177 | +77% | High | |
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Robbery
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169 | +69% | High | |
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Rape
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180 | +80% | High | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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163 | +63% | High | |
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Larceny / Theft
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184 | +84% | High | |
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Vehicle Theft
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187 | +87% | High | |
How Morgan Village Compares
Crime index by category: Morgan Village vs Camden average vs national average.
Crime by Category
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Morgan Village Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Morgan Village, Camden?
Morgan Village in Camden, NJ has a crime safety grade of D- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 176, which is 76% above the national average. Compared to the Camden average, crime in Morgan Village is 9% higher. Morgan Village is safer than 10% of neighborhoods in Camden.
Is Morgan Village a safe neighborhood in Camden?
Morgan Village has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D-. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 187), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 163). It is one of the higher-crime neighborhoods in Camden.
How does Morgan Village compare to the rest of Camden?
Morgan Village's overall crime index is 176, compared to the Camden average of 167. This means crime in Morgan Village is 9% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 177, and for property crime it is 178. 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 Morgan Village?
The most prevalent crime type in Morgan Village is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 187 (87% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.
What are safer neighborhoods near Morgan Village?
Nearby neighborhoods include Fairview, Centerville, Waterfront South, Whitman Park. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.
What are the demographics of Morgan Village?
Morgan Village has a population of approximately 2,876. The median household income is $28,020. The median home value is $82,002. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Morgan Village crime compare to the national average?
Morgan Village's overall crime rate is 76% above the national average (index 176 vs 100). Within Camden, it is safer than 10% 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.