How Does Crime in Paramus Compare with Surrounding Towns?

NJ Spotlight has created an interactive map using the 2011 Uniform Crime Report that plots the total crime rate per 1,000 people for seven index crimes (four violent — murder, rape, robbery and aggravated assault — and three non-violent — burglary, larceny and motor vehicle theft).

As the attached map shows Paramus does have a much higher crime rate than most surrounding towns however according to the crime report Paramus has seen a drop in reported crimes for two consecutve years now.

According to the report, Paramus saw a reduction of 100 incidents last year, falling from 1,853 down to 1,734. The borough had a and approximately . Click here to see the breakdown of reported crimesi in Paramus.

To view the statewide map, click here.

Across New Jersey

Crime in New Jersey rose by 3 percent in 2011, with the increase attributed to a jump in non-violent crimes. Violent crimes decreased slightly. The number of burglaries across the state reached a high not seen since 2003. For more on the state Uniform Crime Report, click here.

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