Shelby, NC has a higher rate of crime than the US average for both violent and property crimes. Violent crime in Shelby is 36.6, which is nearly twice the national average of 22.7. Property crime in Shelby stands at 50.8, which is significantly higher than the national average of 35.4. This indicates that citizens living in Shelby should be aware of their surroundings and be extra cautious when out and about in town to help ensure their own safety and security.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Shelby violent crime is 36.6. (The US average is 22.7)
Shelby property crime is 50.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.