Gates, NC County has seen a decrease in violent crime compared to the national average, with a rate of 20.4 compared to the US average of 22.7. However, property crime remains a concern with a rate of 57.4, significantly higher than the national average of 35.4. This trend could potentially be attributed to the rural nature of the county, making it an easier target for property crimes. While there has been progress in reducing violent crime, it is important for law enforcement and community members to address and address property crime in order to create a safer environment for all residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Gates County violent crime is 20.4. (The US average is 22.7)
Gates County property crime is 57.4. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Gates, North Carolina does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Elizabeth City, North Carolina. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.