Located in North Carolina's Halifax County, the Roanoke Rapids metro area has consistently had higher rates of violent and property crime compared to the national average. According to
, the violent crime rate in Roanoke Rapids is 40.5875, which is almost double the US average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery. Property crime, including burglary, theft, and vandalism, is also significantly higher in Roanoke Rapids at 63.9375, compared to the US average of 35.4. These statistics indicate that the community is facing significant challenges in reducing crime and maintaining safety for its residents. The local authorities and community organizations are working towards implementing strategies to combat these issues and create a safer environment for all. However, it is evident that more efforts and resources are needed to address the high levels of crime in Roanoke Rapids. Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Roanoke Rapids Metro Area violent crime is 40.6. (The US average is 22.7)
Roanoke Rapids Metro Area property crime is 63.9. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Rocky Mount, North Carolina. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.