Sunset Beach, NC Crime


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Sunset Beach, North Carolina, a popular vacation destination known for its beautiful beaches and relaxed atmosphere, has unfortunately seen its fair share of crime. According to , the town has a relatively low violent crime rate of 8.1, well below the national average of 22.7. However, property crime in Sunset Beach stands at 38.3, slightly above the US average of 35.4. This means that while residents and visitors may feel relatively safe from violent crime, they still have to be cautious about protecting their personal belongings. Despite being a small town, Sunset Beach has not been immune to criminal activity, and authorities continue to work towards making it a safer place for everyone.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Sunset Beach violent crime is 8.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Sunset Beach property crime is 38.3. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Sunset Beach, NC Crime History
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Year Violent Murder Rape Robbery Assault Property Burglary Larceny Auto
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   Crime in Nearby Cities
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per 100k
Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
Year
Ocean Isle Beach, NC  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock42019
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Holden Beach, NC  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock112014
Atlantic Beach, SC  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock132016
North Myrtle Beach, SC  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock152019
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per 100k
Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
Year
Ocean Isle Beach, NC  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock42019
Shallotte, NC  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock92019
Holden Beach, NC  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock112014
Atlantic Beach, SC  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock132016
Briarcliffe Acres, SC  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock152016

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