Bent Creek, NC has recently been experiencing a rise in crime rates, with its violent crime rate at 15.3, which is lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate in Bent Creek stands at 42.9, higher than the US average of 35.4. This indicates that while the community may have relatively lower levels of violent crime, there is a concerning trend of property crime in the area. This could potentially be attributed to the town's proximity to a major city, making it a target for theft and burglary. As a result, residents in Bent Creek may feel increasingly unsafe and may need to take extra precautions to protect their homes and belongings.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Bent Creek violent crime is 15.3. (The US average is 22.7)
Bent Creek property crime is 42.9. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Bent Creek, North Carolina does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Biltmore Forest, North Carolina. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Biltmore Forest, North Carolina. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.