Belmont, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Belmont Police Department serves the city of Belmont, NC in Gaston County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 843 violent crimes and 2,713 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 103.2 per 100k residents, which is 2.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 316.0 per 100k, 93.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate103.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents843 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate38.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents139 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate316.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,713 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate12.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents177 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate283.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,403 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate19.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents126 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 103.2 | C | 843 | 106.2 | -2.9% |
| Property Crime | 316.0 | F | 2713 | 163.6 | +93.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 38.7 | F | 139 | 22.3 | +73.8% |
| Burglary | 12.9 | A | 177 | 24.0 | -46.3% |
| Larceny | 283.7 | F | 2403 | 116.4 | +143.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 19.3 | B | 126 | 22.2 | -12.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas | 0 miles | A 65.0 | D 227.5 | Violent: 37.0% lower Property: 28.0% lower |
| Gastonia | 0 miles | D 157.6 | F 366.6 | Violent: 52.8% higher Property: 16.0% higher |
| Stanley | 0 miles | C 122.7 | A 73.6 | Violent: 19.0% higher Property: 76.7% lower |
| Mount Holly | 0 miles | A 54.4 | A 70.7 | Violent: 47.3% lower Property: 77.6% lower |
| Ranlo | 3 miles | A 64.3 | B 128.6 | Violent: 37.7% lower Property: 59.3% lower |