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43%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
65%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
39%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleNeptune Beach/100k peopleFlorida/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime92n/a (estimate)1,3201,8252,324
Murder0n/a0.05.06.3
Rape0n/a0.030.240.0
Robbery3n/a43.033.666.1
Assault6n/a86.1190.1268.2
Violent crime9n/a (estimate)129259370
Burglary6n/a86.1173.5269.8
Theft70n/a1,004.21,254.71,401.9
Vehicle theft7n/a100.4138.0282.7
Property crime83n/a (estimate)1,1911,5661,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Neptune Beach, FL

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Neptune Beach is 43.2% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 9 violent crimes reported in Neptune Beach, equivalent to 129 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 65.1%. Additionally, Neptune Beach recorded 83 property crimes, amounting to 1191 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 39.1%.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, Neptune Beach reported a murder rate of 0. This could indicate that it is a very safe place to live, but also serves as an inspiration to other urban areas striving for safer communities. Examining the full crime report will provide a complete overview of all crimes - violent and property.

Is Neptune Beach a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Neptune Beach is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Neptune Beach has a total crime rate that is 43% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.25 daily crimes (0.02 violent daily crimes and 0.23 daily property crimes) in Neptune Beach.

Has Crime in Neptune Beach Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Neptune Beach has decreased by 31.3%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Neptune Beach, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has decreased by 47.1%, while property crime has decreased by 29.1%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Neptune Beach is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Neptune Beach

If employment opportunities are limited or if many jobs offer low wages, it can lead to higher rates of unemployment and underemployment, which could lead to an increase in Neptune Beach crime rates. Areas where individuals struggle with unemployment or low wages, may be more susceptible to an increase in criminal activities as a result of financial insecurity. While lower rates of unemployment or a surplus of job opportunities could lead to a decrease in crime as their basic needs are being met. Neptune Beach has an unemployment rate of 2.2%, compared to a national average of 4.7%.

In Neptune Beach, 96.2% of residents have graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of a community can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

In areas where housing affordability is an issue, crime can become a significant concern. Some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions, which can increase stress and potentially contribute to domestic disputes and related crimes. The median home price in Neptune Beach is $427,800, compared to a national average of $184,700.

Neptune Beach crime map



The Neptune Beach crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Neptune Beach as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Neptune Beach crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Neptune Beach crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Neptune Beach crime rates are 43% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Neptune Beach are 65% lower than the national average
      • In Neptune Beach you have a 1 in 76 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Neptune Beach is safer than 64% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Neptune Beach has decreased by 28%

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        Daily Crime In Neptune Beach (per 100,000 people)

        The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Neptune Beach for every 100,000 residents. The Neptune Beach total amount of daily crime is 1.38 times less than the Florida average and 1.76 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Neptune Beach, is 2.01 times less than the Florida average, and it is 2.86 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Neptune Beach has a daily crime average that is 1.32 times less than the Florida average and 1.64 times less than the daily national rate.

        How Safe is Neptune Beach (higher is better)

        How safe is Neptune Beach, Florida compared to other cities in Florida and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Neptune Beach is safer than 72% of the cities in Florida and 64% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in Florida and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Neptune Beach. Overall, Neptune Beach is ranked above average compared to all other cities across the United States.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Neptune Beach

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Neptune Beach is 1 in 775
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Neptune Beach is 1 in 84
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Neptune Beach is 1 in 76
        Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Neptune Beach, Florida? If you reside in Neptune Beach, then there is a 1 in 775 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 84. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 76 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Neptune Beach.

        Year Over Year Crime In Neptune Beach (per 100,000 people)

        Determining whether Neptune Beach is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Neptune Beach violent crime rates have decreased by 45%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 26% year over year. Total crimes for Neptune Beach has decreased by 28% in the same time frame.

        Neptune Beach police department

        Item Neptune Beach Florida National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)2631,023558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents3.64.23.3
        There are a total of 26 Neptune Beach police officers. This results in 3.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 14.5% less than the Florida average and 11.3% greater than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Florida

        State Total offenders Florida /100K National /100K
        Florida53,771330266
        There are a total of 53,771 sex offenders in Florida. This yields a total of 330 sex offenders in Florida per 100,000 residents which is 24% greater than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Sawgrass, FL4,09467407474
        Palm Valley, FL20,540109658766
        Jacksonville Beach, FL23,562109658766
        Fruit Cove, FL33,038116702818
        Atlantic Beach, FL13,8311671,1981,365
        Neptune Beach, FL7,2141291,1911,320

        Cities with similar population

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Umatilla, OR7,2151061,0251,131
        Dunellen, NJ7,21540824864
        Lago Vista, TX7,21293529623
        Riverdale Park, MD7,2164071,6712,078
        Seward, NE7,21078572650
        Neptune Beach, FL7,2141291,1911,320
        Source: The Neptune Beach, FL crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.