Crime Safety Grade

A

Hammonton, NJ Crime Rate

Higher crime than 80% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Hammonton Safe?

With an overall crime index of 137, Hammonton has a 37% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 184. 100% of Hammonton neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 0% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Hammonton
137
New Jersey Avg
75
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
137
37% above average
Violent Crime
136
36% above average
Property Crime
81
19% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Hammonton

1 in 184

Property crime: 1 in 309

Where Is It Safe in Hammonton?

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Hammonton Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Burglary · 85% above avg
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 79% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 125 ▲ 25%
Assault Violent 116 ▲ 16%
Robbery Violent 167 ▲ 67%
Burglary Property 185 ▲ 85%
Larceny / Theft Property 36 ▼ 64%
Vehicle Theft Property 21 ▼ 79%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Hammonton Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Batsto A+ 137

Hammonton Crime by Zip Code

08037
A Index: 61

Hammonton Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
14,046
Median Income
$72,184
Home Value
$243,968
Median Rent
$1,247
Home Ownership
73%

Racial Demographics

White
79.2%
Black
4.7%
Hispanic
20.1%
Asian
1.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Hammonton?
Hammonton has an overall crime index of 137, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Hammonton are rated A or B for safety.
Is Hammonton safe to live in?
Hammonton has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Hammonton?
The safest neighborhoods in Hammonton based on crime data include Batsto. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Hammonton crime compare to the national average?
Hammonton's overall crime index is 137 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 37% higher than the typical US city.

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