Little Ferry, NJ Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 83% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Little Ferry Safe?
Yes — Little Ferry is safe overall
A safe city with below-average crime, though safety varies by neighborhood.
Little Ferry has a crime rate that is 45% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 447.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 447
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
41% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 86
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
37% lower than national average
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Little Ferry 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
|
80 | -20% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
47 | -53% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
97 | -3% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
61 | -39% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
93 | -7% | Average | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
46 | -54% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
83 | -17% | Average | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Little Ferry Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Little Ferry, NJ?
Little Ferry, NJ has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 45% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 447 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 86 chance for property crime. Little Ferry has lower crime than 83% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Little Ferry, NJ safe to live in?
Little Ferry 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 Ferry is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Little Ferry?
The estimated violent crime rate in Little Ferry is 223.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 41% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 447 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 4.0 per 100K (20% below average); aggravated assault at 127.0 per 100K (53% below average); robbery at 72.0 per 100K (3% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Little Ferry?
The estimated property crime rate in Little Ferry is 1,159.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 37% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 86 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 251.9 per 100K (7% below average); larceny/theft at 644.9 per 100K (54% below average); vehicle theft at 263.1 per 100K (17% below average).
How does Little Ferry crime compare to the national average?
Little Ferry's overall crime rate is 45% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (3% below average), while larceny/theft is 54% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Little Ferry has lower crime than 83% of them.
Is Little Ferry safe to visit?
Little Ferry is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 37% 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 Little Ferry crime compare to the rest of New Jersey?
New Jersey as a whole has crime that is 25% below the national average. Little Ferry's crime rate is 45% below the national average, making it safer the typical New Jersey city.
What type of crime is most common in Little Ferry?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Little Ferry, with an estimated rate of 644.9 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 54% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,160 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (224 per 100K) in Little Ferry, which is consistent with national trends.