Champale Neighborhood, Trenton
Crime Rate & Statistics
Elevated crime — noticeably above the national average
Safer than 61% of neighborhoods in Trenton
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Is Champale Safe?
No — crime is noticeably above average here. Champale in Trenton, NJ has a safety grade of D+. The overall crime index is 192, which is 92% above the national average of 100. Champale is safer than 61% of neighborhoods in Trenton.
Compared to the Trenton average (crime index 175), Champale is 17% higher in overall crime.
Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 191, 91% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 135).
Champale Crime Breakdown
Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Trenton city average. Higher values mean more crime.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
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Murder
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191 | +91% | High | |
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Assault
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190 | +90% | High | |
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Robbery
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171 | +71% | High | |
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Rape
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190 | +90% | High | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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135 | +35% | Moderate | |
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Larceny / Theft
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179 | +79% | High | |
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Vehicle Theft
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191 | +91% | High | |
How Champale Compares
Crime index by category: Champale vs Trenton average vs national average.
Crime by Category
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Champale Crime Map
Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.
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Champale Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Champale, Trenton?
Champale in Trenton, NJ has a crime safety grade of D+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 192, which is 92% above the national average. Compared to the Trenton average, crime in Champale is 17% higher. Champale is safer than 61% of neighborhoods in Trenton.
Is Champale a safe neighborhood in Trenton?
Champale has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D+. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Murder (index: 191), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 135).
How does Champale compare to the rest of Trenton?
Champale's overall crime index is 192, compared to the Trenton average of 175. This means crime in Champale is 17% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 186, and for property crime it is 168. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.
What type of crime is most common in Champale?
The most prevalent crime type in Champale is Murder, with a crime index of 191 (91% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.
What are safer neighborhoods near Champale?
Nearby neighborhoods include South Trenton, American Bridge, Cass Street, Marine Terminal. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.
What are the demographics of Champale?
Champale has a population of approximately 59. The median household income is $43,411. The median home value is $157,157. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Champale crime compare to the national average?
Champale's overall crime rate is 92% above the national average (index 192 vs 100). Within Trenton, it is safer than 61% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.
Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.