Humboldt-Sweets Neighborhood, Trenton

Last updated: October 27, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 92% of neighborhoods in Trenton

Summary: Humboldt-Sweets, Trenton Crime Rate (2026)

Humboldt-Sweets, Trenton, NJ has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 48% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 27, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 148 / 300 High

Violent Crime 73

27% below national avg

Property Crime 131

31% above national avg

City Ranking

92%

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Is Humboldt-Sweets Safe?

Mixed — the grade is relative to other neighborhoods, but crime is above the national average. Humboldt-Sweets in Trenton, NJ has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 148, which is 48% above the national average of 100. Humboldt-Sweets is safer than 92% of neighborhoods in Trenton.

Compared to the Trenton average (crime index 175), Humboldt-Sweets is 27% lower in overall crime.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 160, 60% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 32). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 160 (60% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 32 (68% below avg)

Humboldt-Sweets Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Trenton city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Trenton	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	54	-46%	-112%	Low
Assault	160	+60%	-8%	High
Robbery	32	-68%	-97%	Low
Rape	45	-55%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	145	+45%	-5%	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	144	+44%	-18%	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	105	+5%	-66%	Moderate

How Humboldt-Sweets Compares

Crime index by category: Humboldt-Sweets vs Trenton average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Humboldt-Sweets Crime Map

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Humboldt-Sweets Demographics & Context

Population

659

Median Income

$72,954

Home Value

$78,143

Median Age

Pop. Density

13,562/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 25.5%

Graduate Degree 0%

Housing

48%

52%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 3.3%

Black 89.1%

Hispanic 6.9%

Asian 1.7%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Frazier Reservoir Index: 184

D-

Canal Banks Index: 195

F+

Pennington Avenue Index: 181

Bernard Street Index: 187

F+

Capital Center Index: 193

F+

State Street Square Index: 193

F+

Central West Index: 179

D+

Centre City South Index: 193

F+

Humboldt-Sweets Crime Map

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Trenton Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Humboldt-Sweets, Trenton?

Humboldt-Sweets in Trenton, NJ has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 148, which is 48% above the national average. Compared to the Trenton average, crime in Humboldt-Sweets is 27% lower. Humboldt-Sweets is safer than 92% of neighborhoods in Trenton.

Is Humboldt-Sweets a safe neighborhood in Trenton?

Humboldt-Sweets has a mixed safety picture with a crime grade of B, and an overall crime index 148 (48% above the national average). Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Assault (index: 160), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 32). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Trenton.

How does Humboldt-Sweets compare to the rest of Trenton?

Humboldt-Sweets's overall crime index is 148, compared to the Trenton average of 175. This means crime in Humboldt-Sweets is 27% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 73, and for property crime it is 131. 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 Humboldt-Sweets?

The most common crime type in Humboldt-Sweets is Assault, with a crime index of 160 (60% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more common than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are safer neighborhoods near Humboldt-Sweets?

Nearby neighborhoods include Frazier Reservoir, Canal Banks, Pennington Avenue, Bernard Street. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Humboldt-Sweets?

Humboldt-Sweets has a population of approximately 659. The median household income is $72,954. The median home value is $78,143. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Humboldt-Sweets crime compare to the national average?

Humboldt-Sweets's overall crime rate is 48% above the national average (index 148 vs 100). Within Trenton, it is safer than 92% 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 October 2026.