Linden, NJ Crime


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The city of Linden, New Jersey has been plagued by high levels of crime in recent years. According to , the violent crime rate in Linden is 15.7, which is lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate in Linden is 38, which is higher than the national average of 35.4. This means that while the city has successfully managed to reduce violent crime, property crime remains a prevalent issue. Residents of Linden must remain vigilant and take precautions to protect their homes and belongings. The high levels of crime in Linden serve as a reminder of the ongoing challenges that communities face in maintaining safety and security.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Linden violent crime is 15.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Linden property crime is 38.0. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Linden, NJ Crime History
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Roselle, NJ  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock12019
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Roselle, NJ  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock12019
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Over 10 years ago

How could Linden's are quality go from 24 to 92.5 in one year? I live in Linden. They did not close refineries and plant a thousand trees. I can see the air-and  More

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Over 18 years ago

I've lived here for the past 3 years renting 1st floor of a two family house. 3 blocks from train station to NYC. Shopping centers all around. Very strong polish  More

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Moved to Linden a year ago, and really love it. It is bordered on the north by a pretty shady area of Roselle, but that hasn't affected the QOL here. The city is very  More

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