Little Falls, NJ Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 91% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Little Falls Safe?
Yes — Little Falls is safe overall
A safe city with below-average crime, though safety varies by neighborhood.
Little Falls has a crime rate that is 48% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 318.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 318
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
17% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 52
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
4% higher than national average
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Little Falls 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
|
71 | -29% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
92 | -8% | Average | |
|
Robbery
|
68 | -32% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
42 | -58% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
66 | -34% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
106 | +6% | Average | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
78 | -22% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Little Falls Crime Map
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Little Falls Crime by Zip Code
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Little Falls Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Little Falls, NJ?
Little Falls, NJ has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 48% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 318 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 52 chance for property crime. Little Falls has lower crime than 91% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Little Falls, NJ safe to live in?
Little Falls 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 Little Falls is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Little Falls?
The estimated violent crime rate in Little Falls is 314.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 17% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 318 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.5 per 100K (29% below average); aggravated assault at 246.8 per 100K (8% below average); robbery at 50.0 per 100K (32% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Little Falls?
The estimated property crime rate in Little Falls is 1,909.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 4% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 52 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 176.9 per 100K (34% below average); larceny/theft at 1,483.0 per 100K (6% above average); vehicle theft at 249.6 per 100K (22% below average).
How does Little Falls crime compare to the national average?
Little Falls's overall crime rate is 48% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (6% above average), while rape is 58% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Little Falls has lower crime than 91% of them.
Is Little Falls safe to visit?
Little Falls is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 4% above 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 Little Falls crime compare to the rest of New Jersey?
New Jersey as a whole has crime that is 25% below the national average. Little Falls's crime rate is 48% below the national average, making it safer the typical New Jersey city.
What type of crime is most common in Little Falls?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Little Falls, with an estimated rate of 1,483.0 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 6% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,910 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (315 per 100K) in Little Falls, which is consistent with national trends.