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Crime
Property Crime
Percent Owner Occupied
Median Income
Population
Clinton, a small municipality in New Jersey, has experienced fluctuating property crime rates over the past decade, set against a backdrop of modest population growth. From 2010 to 2022, the total number of property crimes decreased by 75.68%, from 37 to 9 incidents. During this same period, the population increased by 1.76%, from 2,727 to 2,775 residents.
Burglary trends in the city have shown a significant decline over the years. In 2010, there were 12 burglaries, which decreased to just 1 in 2022, representing a 91.67% reduction. When adjusted for population, the burglary rate fell from 4.40 per 1,000 people in 2010 to 0.36 per 1,000 in 2022. The city's share of state burglaries fluctuated, peaking at 0.08% in 2013 before settling at 0.02% in 2022. This substantial decrease in burglaries suggests improved security measures or changing criminal patterns within the community.
Larceny-theft incidents also demonstrated a downward trend. The number of cases dropped from 25 in 2010 to 7 in 2022, a 72% decrease. The rate per 1,000 residents declined from 9.17 in 2010 to 2.52 in 2022. The city's proportion of state larceny-theft cases remained relatively low, ranging from 0.02% to 0.10% over the years, with 2022 seeing 0.02% of the state's cases. This reduction in larceny-theft could indicate enhanced community vigilance or effective law enforcement strategies.
Motor vehicle theft in the city has remained consistently low. There were no reported cases in 2010, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020. The highest number recorded was 2 cases in 2014 and 2016. In 2022, there was 1 case, representing 0.02% of the state's motor vehicle thefts. The rate per 1,000 residents in 2022 was 0.36. These low numbers suggest that motor vehicle theft is not a significant concern for the community.
Arson incidents have been rare in the city. Only two cases were reported over the 12-year period, one in 2010 and another in 2014. This translates to a rate of 0.37 per 1,000 residents in those years. In 2010, the city accounted for 0.22% of the state's arson cases, while in 2014, it represented 0.41%. The absence of arson cases in recent years is a positive sign for public safety.
Examining correlations, there appears to be a relationship between the declining property crime rates and the increasing median income. From 2013 to 2022, the median income rose from $131,336 to $135,829, while property crimes decreased. This could suggest that improved economic conditions may contribute to reduced property crime rates.
Additionally, the city's racial composition has seen some changes that coincide with crime trends. The percentage of white residents decreased from 83% in 2013 to 75% in 2022, while the Asian population increased from 2% to 10% during the same period. This demographic shift occurred alongside the overall decrease in property crimes, though a direct causal relationship cannot be established without further study.
Applying predictive models based on the current trends, it's projected that by 2029 (five years from now), the city may see a further reduction in property crimes. The model suggests total property crimes could potentially decrease to around 5-6 incidents per year, with burglaries and larceny-theft potentially dropping to 1-2 cases each annually. Motor vehicle theft is likely to remain at 0-1 incidents per year, while arson cases are expected to remain at zero.
In summary, Clinton has experienced a substantial decrease in property crimes over the past decade, particularly in burglaries and larceny-theft. This positive trend, occurring alongside population growth and increasing median income, suggests an improving quality of life for residents. The city's low crime rates, especially when compared to state percentages, indicate effective local strategies in maintaining public safety. As Clinton continues to evolve demographically and economically, maintaining these low crime rates will likely remain a priority for local authorities and community members alike.