Wake, NC County has seen a decrease in both violent and property crime rates compared to the national average, with rates of 16.9 and 43.2 respectively. This is significantly lower than the US average of 22.7 for violent crime and 35.4 for property crime. However, despite this positive trend, Wake County still faces its fair share of crime. According to the latest data, there were 10,066 reported violent crimes and 26,267 reported property crimes in 2019 alone. These statistics highlight the need for continued efforts to combat crime in Wake County and ensure the safety and well-being of its residents. By implementing effective crime prevention strategies and promoting community involvement, Wake County can continue to improve its crime rates and create a safer environment for all.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Wake County violent crime is 16.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Wake County property crime is 43.2. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Wake, 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.