Crime Safety Grade

B

Neptune, NJ Crime Rate

Higher crime than 65% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Neptune Safe?

With an overall crime index of 123, Neptune has a 23% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 227. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Fox Chase earning an A grade while Whitesville rates D.

Crime Index Comparison

Neptune
123
New Jersey Avg
75
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
123
23% above average
Violent Crime
110
10% above average
Property Crime
116
16% above average
Safe Areas
40%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Neptune

1 in 227

Property crime: 1 in 216

Where Is It Safe in Neptune?

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Neptune Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Murder · 41% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 13% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 141 ▲ 41%
Assault Violent 104 ▲ 4%
Robbery Violent 87 ▼ 13%
Burglary Property 91 ▼ 9%
Larceny / Theft Property 135 ▲ 35%
Vehicle Theft Property 122 ▲ 22%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Neptune Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Fox Chase A 59
2 Hamilton A- 76
3 Bradley Park C 164
4 West Grove C 145
5 Whitesville D 170

Neptune Crime by Zip Code

07753
A- Index: 98

Neptune Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
27,547
Median Income
$80,156
Home Value
$326,651
Median Rent
$1,356
Home Ownership
67%

Racial Demographics

White
55.3%
Black
32%
Hispanic
10.8%
Asian
3.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Neptune?
Neptune has an overall crime index of 123, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 40% of neighborhoods in Neptune are rated A or B for safety.
Is Neptune safe to live in?
Neptune has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Neptune?
The safest neighborhoods in Neptune based on crime data include Fox Chase, Hamilton, Bradley Park, West Grove, and Whitesville. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Neptune crime compare to the national average?
Neptune's overall crime index is 123 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 23% higher than the typical US city.

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