Elk Park, North Carolina, a small town in the Appalachian Mountains, has seen an increase in crime in recent years. According to
, the town has a higher rate of violent crime at 21.2 compared to the national average of 22.7. This includes incidents such as assault, robbery, and homicide. Additionally, the rate of property crime in Elk Park is also higher at 59.4, while the national average is 35.4. This includes offenses such as burglary, theft, and vandalism. The town's scenic location and close-knit community may have once made it seem like a safe haven, but these statistics show that it is not immune to the effects of crime. Law enforcement and community leaders are working together to address these issues and make Elk Park a safer place for its residents.Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Elk Park violent crime is 21.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Elk Park property crime is 59.4. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Elk Park, North Carolina does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Newland, North Carolina. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Newland, North Carolina. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.