Is Saint Joseph's University safe? Safety score, rankings & crime data 2026
Saint Joseph's University: safety score 31/100 (grade D), ranked #77 of 111 in the US — data through 2026-08.
31/100
Grade: D · #77 of 111 in the US
Recorded crimes near campus — last 12 months
Monthly counts of officially recorded crimes within 3 km of Saint Joseph's University, split by normalised severity. UK data is published monthly by data.police.uk; US, Canadian and Australian cities publish on their own cycles, so recent months may not be final.
| Month | Violent | Property | Minor | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09 | 553 | 981 | 262 | 1796 |
| 2025-10 | 504 | 1078 | 225 | 1807 |
| 2025-11 | 476 | 985 | 167 | 1628 |
| 2025-12 | 406 | 868 | 165 | 1439 |
| 2026-01 | 391 | 845 | 131 | 1367 |
| 2026-02 | 380 | 633 | 138 | 1151 |
| 2026-03 | 462 | 814 | 163 | 1439 |
| 2026-04 | 450 | 848 | 171 | 1469 |
| 2026-05 | 528 | 915 | 408 | 1851 |
| 2026-06 | 528 | 995 | 196 | 1719 |
| 2026-07 | 549 | 939 | 214 | 1702 |
| 2026-08 | 74 | 139 | 29 | 242 |
Latest release: 2026-08 — 242 records in total — violent 74, property 139, minor 29 (-1460 vs 2026-07).
Most common types: Other theft (65) · Assault (48) · Motor vehicle theft (25) · Other crime (24) · Criminal damage (22)
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Other universities in Philadelphia
- University of Pennsylvania 27 /100
- Drexel University 25 /100
- Community College of Philadelphia 17 /100
- Temple University 15 /100
FAQs about safety at Saint Joseph's University
What is Saint Joseph's University's safety score?
Saint Joseph's University: 31/100 (grade D), #77 of 111 in the US, computed from 12 months of official records within 3 km of campus and recomputed weekly (data through 2026-08).
How many crimes are recorded near Saint Joseph's University?
In the 12 months to 2026-08, 17610 crimes were officially recorded within 3 km of Saint Joseph's University; the latest release month (2026-08) alone had 242 records (74 violent, 139 property, 29 minor).
Is it safe to walk around Saint Joseph's University at night?
We can only speak from recorded data, not predict any specific street or hour. Check the monthly table above and the street-level map in the free StudySafeLink app along your actual route, and follow common precautions (well-lit main roads, share your trip with family).
How can my family keep track of my safety?
With the free StudySafeLink app you can check in with one tap after class or at night; your bound parent gets an instant notification plus a daily reassurance summary, and Trip Guardian can share your journey status (with your consent) when you head home late.
Data: Philadelphia PD. Monthly counts cover the 12 months to 2026-08; official releases may be revised by publishers. This page is for general reference only and is not safety advice. In an emergency always call 911 in the US.