Little Silver, 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 Little Silver Safe?
Yes — Little Silver is extremely safe
One of the safest cities in the country, with crime rates significantly below the national average.
Little Silver has a crime rate that is 54% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 272.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 272
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
3% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 52
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
5% higher than national average
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Little Silver 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
|
49 | -51% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
97 | -3% | Average | |
|
Robbery
|
87 | -13% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
122 | +22% | Moderate | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
43 | -57% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
106 | +6% | Average | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
97 | -3% | Average | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Little Silver Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Little Silver, NJ?
Little Silver, NJ has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 54% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 272 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 52 chance for property crime. Little Silver has lower crime than 99% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Little Silver, NJ safe to live in?
Little Silver 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 Silver is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Little Silver?
The estimated violent crime rate in Little Silver is 367.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 3% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 272 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.5 per 100K (51% below average); aggravated assault at 259.7 per 100K (3% below average); robbery at 64.5 per 100K (13% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Little Silver?
The estimated property crime rate in Little Silver is 1,915.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 5% 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 115.7 per 100K (57% below average); larceny/theft at 1,491.3 per 100K (6% above average); vehicle theft at 308.8 per 100K (3% below average).
How does Little Silver crime compare to the national average?
Little Silver's overall crime rate is 54% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (22% above average), while burglary is 57% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Little Silver has lower crime than 99% of them.
Is Little Silver safe to visit?
Little Silver is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 5% 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 Silver crime compare to the rest of New Jersey?
New Jersey as a whole has crime that is 25% below the national average. Little Silver's crime rate is 54% below the national average, making it safer the typical New Jersey city.
What type of crime is most common in Little Silver?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Little Silver, with an estimated rate of 1,491.3 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 6% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,916 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (368 per 100K) in Little Silver, which is consistent with national trends.