Elmwood Park, NJ has safety grade B+, a population of about 20,019, an overall crime rate near 385 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether Elmwood Park, NJ is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Elmwood Park, NJ for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Elmwood Park, NJ Crime Rate and Safety Report
Elmwood Park, NJ crime snapshot: safety grade B+, violent crime rate 2.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 1.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
B+
Moderately Safe
Violent Crime Rate
2.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
Elmwood Park, NJ demonstrates excellent safety with a A+ safety rating. The area maintains low crime rates and is considered very safe for residents and visitors.
Safety Recommendations
Given the higher rate of violent crimes (57.1% of total incidents), residents should prioritize personal safety measures, avoid walking alone at night, and stay informed about local safety alerts.
Trend Analysis
The relatively low crime count of 77 incidents suggests Elmwood Park maintains good community safety standards.
Comparison Insights
Elmwood Park demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Elmwood Park, NJ Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area with GEOID 16000US3421300, a total of 77 crimes were recorded. Assault is the most prevalent crime category, accounting for 44 incidents, all classified as "Assault Offenses." Property crime is the second most frequent, with 29 incidents. Within property crime, "Larceny/Theft Offenses" are the most common, with 21 incidents, followed by "Burglary/Breaking & Entering" and "Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property," each with 3 incidents, and "Stolen Property Offenses" with 2 incidents. Sex offenses are relatively less frequent, with a total of 3 incidents, divided into "Sex Offenses" (2 incidents) and "Kidnapping/Abduction" (1 incident). The "others" category includes a single incident of "Embezzlement." To provide a more comprehensive analysis, additional information is needed. The city and state associated with GEOID 16000US3421300 are required to determine the population, median income, and calculate crime rates per 100k. Without this information, it's impossible to determine the safety score, safety grade, violent crime rate, property crime rate, or generate a crime map. Zip code data associated with the GEOID would also be beneficial for a more granular analysis.
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FAQ about crime in Elmwood Park, NJ
Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.
The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Elmwood Park, NJ.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
Combine this crime report with the market overview for Elmwood Park, NJ and the school report linked in the “Related analysis” section to assess both safety and investment fundamentals.
Data sources & further reading
PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.
Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.
Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.
Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.
Housing affordability, fair-market rents, and market reports from HUD.
Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.
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