The crime rate in the New Bern, NC Metro Area is lower than the national average, according to recent statistics. With a violent crime rate of 16, compared to the US average of 22.7, residents can feel slightly more at ease in their daily lives. Additionally, the property crime rate in New Bern is also below the national average, at 34.1 compared to 35.4. Although these numbers may provide some reassurance, it is still important for residents to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their property. Overall, while there is still crime present in the New Bern area, it seems to be less of a concern compared to other areas in the country.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
New Bern Metro Area violent crime is 16.0. (The US average is 22.7)
New Bern Metro Area property crime is 34.1. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of New Bern, North Carolina does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Greenville, North Carolina. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Greenville, North Carolina. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.