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Crime rates in North Carolina State have been a major concern for both residents and law enforcement officials. According to recent statistics, the state's violent crime rate stands at 21.4, which is slightly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, when it comes to property crime, North Carolina's rate of 37.7 is higher than the US average of 35.4. This indicates that while the state may be doing well in terms of violent crime, property crime remains a challenge. The most common types of crimes reported in North Carolina include theft, burglary, and assault. Law enforcement agencies are continuously working to address these issues and reduce crime rates in the state. However, it is also important for the community to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their property.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

North Carolina violent crime is 21.4. (The US average is 22.7)
North Carolina property crime is 37.7. (The US average is 35.4)

 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Biscoe, NC Crime History
*Closest City
Year Violent Murder Rape Robbery Assault Property Burglary Larceny Auto

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Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
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per 100k
Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
Year
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   Visualize the relationship between violent and property crime in similar size cities.

   Crime by Location

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Western NC (eg Asheville, Hendersonville and surrounding areas) is Not the place to move to. No proper supporting jobs except tourism and elderly care. Horrendous drug  More

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Over 7 years ago

Lots of scenery, slow moving, minor crime and mostly friendly people. Natives only want your money: was told I needed to spend my money locally and not else ware. If you  More

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To Best Places: Due to an archaic discriminatory common law North Carolina is not a good place to move to or to live in. It is known as the 1% contributory negligence  More

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