Crime Safety Grade

D+

Trenton, NJ Crime Rate

Higher crime than 97% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 38+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

Is Trenton Safe?

With an overall crime index of 175, Trenton has a 75% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 162. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Sylvan Glen earning an A grade while Canal Banks rates F+.

Crime Index Comparison

Trenton

175

New Jersey Avg

National Avg

100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index

175

75% above average

Violent Crime

154

54% above average

Property Crime

161

61% above average

Safe Areas

11%

Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Trenton

1 in 162

Property crime: 1 in 155

Where Is It Safe in Trenton?

Safest Neighborhoods

Sylvan Glen

Median income: $91,613

A 2

Greenwood Avenue

Median income: $63,741

A- 3

Humboldt-Sweets

Median income: $72,954

B 4

Route One Industrial

Median income: $40,029

B- 5

South Trenton

Median income: $58,995

C+ 6

East State Street

Median income: $46,240

C+ 7

North Clinton Avenue

Median income: $41,947

C 8

New York Avenue

Median income: $64,612

C 9

Cadwalader Estates

Median income: $61,145

C 10

Cass Street

Median income: $37,519

Areas with Higher Crime

F+ 2

D- 3

D- 4

D 5

D+ 6

D+ 7

D+ 8

D+ 9

D+ 10

C-

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Trenton Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk

Vehicle Theft · 71% above avg

Lowest Risk

Robbery · 29% above avg

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs New Jersey
Murder Violent	166	▲ 66%	▲ 92%
Assault Violent	168	▲ 68%	▲ 90%
Robbery Violent	129	▲ 29%	▲ 45%
Burglary Property	150	▲ 50%	▲ 80%
Larceny / Theft Property	162	▲ 62%	▲ 94%
Vehicle Theft Property	171	▲ 71%	▲ 102%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Trenton Neighborhoods

#	Neighborhood	Grade	Crime Index	Median Income
1	Sylvan Glen	A	146	$91,613
2	Greenwood Avenue	A-	60	$63,741
3	Humboldt-Sweets	B	148	$72,954
4	Route One Industrial	B-	151	$40,029
5	South Trenton	C+	137	$58,995
6	East State Street	C+	155	$46,240
7	North Clinton Avenue	C	163	$41,947
8	New York Avenue	C	129	$64,612
9	Cadwalader Estates	C	120	$61,145
10	Cass Street	C	169	$37,519
11	Enterprise Avenue	C-	170	$54,820
12	Roebling Complex	C-	186	$25,980
13	Central East	C-	139	$70,248
14	Marine Terminal	D+	192	$43,411
15	Champale	D+	192	$43,411
16	American Bridge	D+	184	$40,207
17	Roebling Gateway	D+	191	$22,923
18	Mercer-Jackson	D+	198	$37,126
19	Central West	D+	179	$42,341
20	Lamberton Street	D+	185	$35,760
21	Ewing-Carroll-Southard	D	190	$18,571
22	Pennington Avenue	D	181	$36,860
23	Frazier Reservoir	D-	184	$42,275
24	Trenton Station	D-	192	$30,306
25	Hermitage Avenue	D-	182	$34,305
26	John Fitch Way	F+	199	$16,945
27	Lower Assunpink	F+	198	$22,468
28	Coalport	F+	193	$17,381
29	Capital Plaza	F+	198	$49,574
30	Roebling Mansion	F+	198	$49,574
31	West State Street	F+	198	$49,574
32	State Street Square	F+	193	$29,505
33	Chancery Place	F+	193	$29,505
34	Capital Center	F+	193	$29,505
35	County Courthouse	F+	193	$29,403
36	Centre City South	F+	193	$29,519
37	Bernard Street	F+	187	$49,737
38	Canal Banks	F+	195	$36,290

Trenton Crime by Zip Code

Trenton Demographics & Cost of Living

Population

291,085

Median Income

$37,002

Home Value

$96,012

Median Rent

$1,085

Home Ownership

38%

Racial Demographics

White

50.1%

Black

33%

Hispanic

23.2%

Asian

4.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Trenton?

Trenton has an overall crime index of 175, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 11% of neighborhoods in Trenton are rated A or B for safety.

Is Trenton safe to live in?

Trenton 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 Trenton?

The safest neighborhoods in Trenton based on crime data include Sylvan Glen, Greenwood Avenue, Humboldt-Sweets, Route One Industrial, and South Trenton. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.

How does Trenton crime compare to the national average?

Trenton's overall crime index is 175 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 75% higher than the typical US city.

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