Nutley, NJ Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 87% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Nutley Safe?
Yes — Nutley is safe overall
A safe city with below-average crime, though safety varies by neighborhood.
Nutley has a crime rate that is 47% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 300.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 300
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
12% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 120
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
54% lower than national average
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Nutley 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
|
62 | -38% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
84 | -16% | Average | |
|
Robbery
|
113 | +13% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
64 | -36% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
38 | -62% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
40 | -60% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
56 | -44% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Nutley Crime Map
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Nutley Crime by Zip Code
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Nutley Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Nutley, NJ?
Nutley, NJ has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 47% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 300 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 120 chance for property crime. Nutley has lower crime than 87% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Nutley, NJ safe to live in?
Nutley 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 Nutley is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Nutley?
The estimated violent crime rate in Nutley is 333.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 12% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 300 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.1 per 100K (38% below average); aggravated assault at 225.8 per 100K (16% below average); robbery at 83.3 per 100K (13% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Nutley?
The estimated property crime rate in Nutley is 836.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 54% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 120 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 103.6 per 100K (62% below average); larceny/theft at 555.5 per 100K (60% below average); vehicle theft at 177.6 per 100K (44% below average).
How does Nutley crime compare to the national average?
Nutley's overall crime rate is 47% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (13% above average), while burglary is 62% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Nutley has lower crime than 87% of them.
Is Nutley safe to visit?
Nutley is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 54% 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 Nutley crime compare to the rest of New Jersey?
New Jersey as a whole has crime that is 25% below the national average. Nutley's crime rate is 47% below the national average, making it safer the typical New Jersey city.
What type of crime is most common in Nutley?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Nutley, with an estimated rate of 555.5 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 60% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (837 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (334 per 100K) in Nutley, which is consistent with national trends.