Waterfront South Neighborhood, Camden
Crime Rate & Statistics
Very high crime — well above the national average across categories
Safer than 5% of neighborhoods in Camden
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Is Waterfront South Safe?
No — this area has very high crime. Waterfront South in Camden, NJ has a safety grade of F+. The overall crime index is 193, which is 93% above the national average of 100. Waterfront South is safer than 5% of neighborhoods in Camden.
Compared to the Camden average (crime index 167), Waterfront South is 26% higher in overall crime.
Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 186, 86% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 157).
Waterfront South 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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186 | +86% | High | |
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Assault
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183 | +83% | High | |
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Robbery
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174 | +74% | High | |
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Rape
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157 | +57% | High | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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186 | +86% | High | |
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Larceny / Theft
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182 | +82% | High | |
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Vehicle Theft
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178 | +78% | High | |
How Waterfront South Compares
Crime index by category: Waterfront South vs Camden average vs national average.
Crime by Category
Overall Crime Comparison
Waterfront South Crime Map
Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Waterfront South, Camden?
Waterfront South in Camden, NJ has a crime safety grade of F+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 193, which is 93% above the national average. Compared to the Camden average, crime in Waterfront South is 26% higher. Waterfront South is safer than 5% of neighborhoods in Camden.
Is Waterfront South a safe neighborhood in Camden?
Waterfront South has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of F+. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Murder (index: 186), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 157). It is one of the higher-crime neighborhoods in Camden.
How does Waterfront South compare to the rest of Camden?
Waterfront South's overall crime index is 193, compared to the Camden average of 167. This means crime in Waterfront South is 26% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 175, and for property crime it is 182. 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 Waterfront South?
The most prevalent crime type in Waterfront South is Murder, with a crime index of 186 (86% 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 Waterfront South?
Nearby neighborhoods include Centerville, Morgan Village, Liberty Park, Bergen Square. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.
What are the demographics of Waterfront South?
Waterfront South has a population of approximately 981. The median household income is $35,013. The median home value is $63,678. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Waterfront South crime compare to the national average?
Waterfront South's overall crime rate is 93% above the national average (index 193 vs 100). Within Camden, it is safer than 5% 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.