Emergencies, crime incidents (like burglaries), and other worrisome events don’t usually come with a lot of warning. That's why we encourage everyone to be proactive about safety and security—at home and in your community. To help you stay safe in New Jersey, we’ve put together this list of local and statewide resources to make sure you know where to turn before the unexpected happens.
New Jersey Home Security and Safety Resources
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Crime resources
Crime Prevention
New Jersey Public Safety and Security Division
New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety
New Jersey: FBI
City Crime Prevention
Edison Police Department: Crime Stoppers
Union County Crime Stoppers: Crime Awareness
Hudson County Sheriff’s Office
Crime Stoppers of Middlesex County
Neighborhood Watch
New Jersey State League of Municipalities
Elizabeth Neighborhood Watch Program
Disaster resources
Emergency Preparedness
New Jersey Office of Emergency Management
New Jersey State Police: Homeland Security
New Jersey Public Safety and Security
United Way of Northern New Jersey
Fire Safety
New Jersey Fire Safety
New Jersey Public Safety and Security Division: Fire Prevention
New Jersey EPA: Forest Fire Services
Edison Fire Division
Alarm Associations
General safety resources
General Safety
New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety: Division of Highway Traffic Safety
New Jersey Department of Education: Safe/Ethical Computer Use
Union County Police Department
Safe Kids New Jersey
Child Abuse Prevention
Prevent Child Abuse New Jersey
New Jersey Child Assault Prevention
New Jersey Parent Link
Domestic Violence
New Jersey Coalition to End Domestic Violence
New Jersey Domestic Violence Advocacy Center
New Jersey Courts: Domestic Violence
Jersey Battered Women’s Service, Inc.
Crime stats in New Jersey
See the Safest Cities in New Jersey report for more information on crime statistics across the state.
Top 5 burglary-prevention tips
1. Get a home security system
In the United States, homes without a security system are three times more likely to be burglarized. Burglars want to get in and out with minimum hassle—why risk getting caught by a security system when they could just move onto the next house? Security systems send a message to burglars that your home is not to be trifled with.
2. Keep tabs while you're away
With the smart home features available today, it’s easy to monitor the happenings in your home whether you’re sitting on your sofa or out running errands. Look into handy features like remote activation of your security system, control of your lighting and appliances, and live video streaming to your phone.
3. Make your home less appealing to thieves
Don’t forget to take care of the obvious. Always lock your doors, and leave a spare key with a friend or neighbor (instead of under a flower pot or doormat). Don’t forget to close your windows at night or when you’re out. Trim bushes lining your home to eliminate hiding places, and invest in outdoor lighting to keep dark spots near your home entrances visible.
4. Make friends with your neighbors
Strengthening the security of your neighborhood can start with getting to know your neighbors. You might find friends who can watch your place when you’re away, look out for a lost pet, help solve package theft mysteries, or aid in an emergency. And you can work together to build safety resources your community needs.
5. Prep your home before vacation
Avoid announcing specific vacation plans on social media or making it clear that the house is empty. To maintain a lived-in appearance, stop the mail and newspapers before you leave, and set indoor lights on variable timers. Let trusted neighbors know you’ll be gone; consider asking them to park their car in your driveway or make footprints in the snow (if it’s winter).