Is Trenton, NJ Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
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Trenton, New Jersey reported 262.32 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 5.44 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 214.08 per 100,000 above that reference, with 236 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Trenton, New Jersey reported 536.87 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.78 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 343.87 per 100,000 above that reference, with 483 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Trenton, New Jersey reported 515.75 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.25 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 286.19 per 100,000 above that reference, with 464 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Trenton, New Jersey reported 402.37 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.14 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 214.22 per 100,000 above that reference, with 362 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Trenton, New Jersey reported 1,500.57 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.36 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 393.60 per 100,000 above that reference, with 1,350 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Trenton, NJ has an adjusted safety score of 56.94 out of 100. It ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in New Jersey. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the New Jersey workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 236 | 262.32 | 48.24 |
5.44× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 464 | 515.75 | 229.56 |
2.25× national |
| Burglary | 362 | 402.37 | 188.15 |
2.14× national |
| Larceny-theft | 1350 | 1500.57 | 1106.97 |
1.36× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 483 | 536.87 | 193.0 |
2.78× national |
Monthly trend: not shown for Trenton
Monthly detail is not shown for Trenton: monthly reporting for 2024-2025 is incomplete, so a monthly trend would mislead. The annual scores and tables above use reported annual figures.
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What drives Trenton's safety score?
Trenton ranks in the middle half of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in New Jersey, ahead of approximately 67% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 89,966 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Community Order at 100.0, while Personal Safety is lowest at 44.54. The 55.46-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Robbery is highest relative to its national reference at 262.32 per 100,000 (5.44× the national rate). Larceny-theft is lowest on the same relative basis at 1500.57 per 100,000 (1.36× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
Trenton, New Jersey recorded 1,350 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 46.6% of the 2,895 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 236 robbery reports (8.2%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Trenton, New Jersey recorded 483 motor vehicle theft offenses in 2025, 16.7% of the 2,895 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 236 robbery reports (8.2%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Trenton, New Jersey recorded 464 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 16.0% of the 2,895 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 236 robbery reports (8.2%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Trenton, New Jersey uses a reporting population of 89,966 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
Trenton, New Jersey has an adjusted score of 56.94 points out of 100 versus 74.16 in Toms River Township, New Jersey, a difference of 17.22 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Trenton ranks 2 of 6 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Trenton, New Jersey has an adjusted score of 56.94 points out of 100 versus 56 in Elizabeth, New Jersey, a difference of 0.94 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Trenton ranks 2 of 6 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Trenton safe compared to other places in New Jersey?
Trenton is classified as having moderate relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 56.94 out of 100 and ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in New Jersey.
What is the crime rate in Trenton?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Trenton's safety rating?
Trenton's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 56.94 out of 100, which ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in New Jersey. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Trenton?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Trenton?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Why is there no monthly crime chart for Trenton?
Monthly detail is not shown for Trenton: monthly reporting for 2024-2025 is incomplete, so a monthly trend would mislead. The annual scores and tables above use reported annual figures.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.