Crime Safety Grade

A+

Freehold, NJ Crime Rate

Lower crime than 99% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Freehold Safe?

With an overall crime index of 17, Freehold has a 83% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 758. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Orchard Hill earning an A+ grade while Stonehurst East rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Freehold
17
New Jersey Avg
75
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
17
83% below average
Violent Crime
33
67% below average
Property Crime
45
55% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Freehold

1 in 758

Property crime: 1 in 556

Where Is It Safe in Freehold?

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Freehold Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 34% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 91% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 36 ▼ 64%
Assault Violent 10 ▼ 90%
Robbery Violent 52 ▼ 48%
Burglary Property 9 ▼ 91%
Larceny / Theft Property 60 ▼ 40%
Vehicle Theft Property 66 ▼ 34%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Freehold Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Orchard Hill A+ 9
2 Sandy Brook Estates A+ 11
3 Stonehurst West A+ 9
4 Stonehurst East A 40

Freehold Crime by Zip Code

07728
A Index: 61

Freehold Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
34,814
Median Income
$115,210
Home Value
$436,688
Median Rent
$1,856
Home Ownership
80%

Racial Demographics

White
75.7%
Black
6.8%
Hispanic
17.1%
Asian
7.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Freehold?
Freehold has an overall crime index of 17, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Freehold are rated A or B for safety.
Is Freehold safe to live in?
Freehold has a crime safety grade of A+. Very low or no crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Freehold?
The safest neighborhoods in Freehold based on crime data include Orchard Hill, Sandy Brook Estates, Stonehurst West, and Stonehurst East. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Freehold crime compare to the national average?
Freehold's overall crime index is 17 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 83% lower than the typical US city.

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