New Hanover, NJ has a lower crime rate compared to the national average, with a violent crime rate of 7.5 and a property crime rate of 7.1. This is significantly lower than the US average of 22.7 for violent crime and 35.4 for property crime. Despite being a relatively safe community, New Hanover still experiences its fair share of crime. Some of the common crimes reported in the area include theft, burglary, and assault. However, with a strong emphasis on community policing and active involvement from residents, the town has been able to maintain a relatively low crime rate. This is a testament to the efforts of law enforcement and the community to create a safe and secure environment for all residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
New Hanover violent crime is 7.5. (The US average is 22.7)
New Hanover property crime is 7.1. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.