Hope, NJ Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 99% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Hope Safe?
Yes — Hope is extremely safe
One of the safest cities in the country, with crime rates significantly below the national average.
Hope has a crime rate that is 53% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 524.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 524
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
50% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 740
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
93% lower than national average
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Hope Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
42 | -58% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
39 | -61% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
82 | -18% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
67 | -33% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
27 | -73% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
4 | -96% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
3 | -97% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Hope Crime Map
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Hope Crime by Zip Code
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Hope, NJ?
Hope, NJ has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 53% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 524 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 740 chance for property crime. Hope has lower crime than 99% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Hope, NJ safe to live in?
Hope is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Hope is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Hope?
The estimated violent crime rate in Hope is 190.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 50% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 524 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.1 per 100K (58% below average); aggravated assault at 105.3 per 100K (61% below average); robbery at 60.8 per 100K (18% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Hope?
The estimated property crime rate in Hope is 135.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 93% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 740 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 71.7 per 100K (73% below average); larceny/theft at 53.3 per 100K (96% below average); vehicle theft at 10.1 per 100K (97% below average).
How does Hope crime compare to the national average?
Hope's overall crime rate is 53% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (18% below average), while vehicle theft is 97% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Hope has lower crime than 99% of them.
Is Hope safe to visit?
Hope is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 93% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Hope crime compare to the rest of New Jersey?
New Jersey as a whole has crime that is 25% below the national average. Hope's crime rate is 53% below the national average, making it safer the typical New Jersey city.
What type of crime is most common in Hope?
Aggravated assault is the most common crime in Hope, with an estimated rate of 105.3 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 61% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (135 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (191 per 100K) in Hope, which is consistent with national trends.