Mecklenburg County, located in North Carolina, has a relatively lower rate of violent crime compared to the national average. According to the provided context, the county has a violent crime rate of 20.9, while the national average is 22.7. However, the property crime rate in Mecklenburg County is significantly higher than the US average, standing at 50.6 compared to 35.4. This indicates that while the county may have a lower rate of violent crime, its residents are more likely to experience property crime such as theft, burglary, and motor vehicle theft. In recent years, efforts have been made to address this issue through community partnerships, increased law enforcement presence, and educational programs. Overall, while Mecklenburg County has a lower rate of violent crime, there is still a need for continued efforts to reduce property crime and ensure the safety and security of its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Mecklenburg County violent crime is 20.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Mecklenburg County property crime is 50.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Mecklenburg, North Carolina does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Charlotte, North Carolina. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Charlotte, North Carolina. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.