Somers Point, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Somers Point Police Department serves the city of Somers Point, NJ in Atlantic County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 512 violent crimes and 1,031 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 142.7 per 100k residents, which is 34.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 104.6 per 100k, 36.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate142.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents512 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate19.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents91 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate104.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,031 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate9.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents104 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate85.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents881 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate9.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents43 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 142.7 | D | 512 | 106.2 | +34.3% |
| Property Crime | 104.6 | A | 1031 | 163.6 | -36.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 19.0 | B | 91 | 22.3 | -14.5% |
| Burglary | 9.5 | A | 104 | 24.0 | -60.4% |
| Larceny | 85.6 | B | 881 | 116.4 | -26.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9.5 | A | 43 | 22.2 | -57.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buena | 0 miles | A 47.1 | A 47.1 | Violent: 67.0% lower Property: 55.0% lower |
| Galloway Township | 0 miles | C 116.0 | B 110.7 | Violent: 18.7% lower Property: 5.8% higher |
| Longport | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Margate City | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 115.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 10.8% higher |
| Mullica Township | 0 miles | B 85.8 | A 17.2 | Violent: 39.9% lower Property: 83.6% lower |