Crime Safety Grade

A+

Middletown, NJ Crime Rate

Lower crime than 100% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Middletown Safe?

With an overall crime index of 11, Middletown has a 89% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 1,087. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Brasch Farm earning an A+ grade while Ideal Beach rates A+.

Crime Index Comparison

Middletown
11
New Jersey Avg
75
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
11
89% below average
Violent Crime
23
77% below average
Property Crime
29
71% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Middletown

1 in 1,087

Property crime: 1 in 862

Where Is It Safe in Middletown?

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Middletown Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Burglary · 50% below avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 87% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 13 ▼ 87%
Assault Violent 13 ▼ 87%
Robbery Violent 41 ▼ 59%
Burglary Property 50 ▼ 50%
Larceny / Theft Property 14 ▼ 86%
Vehicle Theft Property 22 ▼ 78%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Middletown Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Brasch Farm A+ 11
2 Hillfield A+ 3
3 Maplewood Terrace A+ 8
4 Oak Tree Farm A+ 3
5 Ideal Beach A+ 31

Middletown Crime by Zip Code

07748
A+ Index: 35

Middletown Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
65,316
Median Income
$119,013
Home Value
$433,402
Median Rent
$1,382
Home Ownership
85%

Racial Demographics

White
90.1%
Black
1.3%
Hispanic
7%
Asian
4.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Middletown?
Middletown has an overall crime index of 11, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Middletown are rated A or B for safety.
Is Middletown safe to live in?
Middletown has a crime safety grade of A+. Very low or no crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Middletown?
The safest neighborhoods in Middletown based on crime data include Brasch Farm, Hillfield, Maplewood Terrace, Oak Tree Farm, and Ideal Beach. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Middletown crime compare to the national average?
Middletown's overall crime index is 11 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 89% lower than the typical US city.

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