Crime Safety Grade

D+

New Brunswick, NJ Crime Rate

Higher crime than 88% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 13+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is New Brunswick Safe?

With an overall crime index of 149, New Brunswick has a 49% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 164. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Rutgers University / New Brunswick / Cook / Douglass earning an A- grade while Route 27 rates D.

Crime Index Comparison

New Brunswick
149
New Jersey Avg
75
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
149
49% above average
Violent Crime
152
52% above average
Property Crime
157
57% above average
Safe Areas
46%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in New Brunswick

1 in 164

Property crime: 1 in 159

Where Is It Safe in New Brunswick?

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New Brunswick Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Murder · 71% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 37% above avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 171 ▲ 71%
Assault Violent 137 ▲ 37%
Robbery Violent 149 ▲ 49%
Burglary Property 139 ▲ 39%
Larceny / Theft Property 165 ▲ 65%
Vehicle Theft Property 168 ▲ 68%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All New Brunswick Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Rutgers University / New Brunswick / Cook / Douglass A- 70
2 Jersey Avenue B+ 146
3 Rutgers University / New Brunswick / College Avenue B+ 121
4 Easton Avenue B 129
5 Edgebrook B- 121
6 Rutgers Village B- 122
7 Dewey Heights / University Mews C+ 138
8 Downtown New Brunswick C 164
9 Carpender Road D+ 186
10 Sanford / Remsen D 188
11 Lincoln Gardens D 183
12 Lower George Street D 194
13 Route 27 D 176

New Brunswick Crime by Zip Code

08901
B- Index: 142

New Brunswick Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
55,992
Median Income
$43,930
Home Value
$272,402
Median Rent
$1,524
Home Ownership
20%

Racial Demographics

White
36.7%
Black
18%
Hispanic
53.9%
Asian
9.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in New Brunswick?
New Brunswick has an overall crime index of 149, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 46% of neighborhoods in New Brunswick are rated A or B for safety.
Is New Brunswick safe to live in?
New Brunswick has a crime safety grade of D+. Very high crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in New Brunswick?
The safest neighborhoods in New Brunswick based on crime data include Rutgers University / New Brunswick / Cook / Douglass, Jersey Avenue, Rutgers University / New Brunswick / College Avenue, Easton Avenue, and Edgebrook. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does New Brunswick crime compare to the national average?
New Brunswick's overall crime index is 149 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 49% higher than the typical US city.

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