Bessemer City, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Bessemer City Police Department serves the city of Bessemer City, NC in Gaston County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 250 violent crimes and 417 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 53.4 per 100k residents, which is 49.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 142.3 per 100k, 13.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent Crime had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate53.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents250 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate142.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents417 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate53.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents259 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate88.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents62 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 53.4 | A | 250 | 106.2 | -49.8% |
| Property Crime | 142.3 | B | 417 | 163.6 | -13.0% |
| Larceny | 53.4 | A | 259 | 116.4 | -54.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 88.9 | F | 62 | 22.2 | +301.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont | 6 miles | C 103.2 | F 316.0 | Violent: 93.4% higher Property: 122.1% higher |
| Dallas | 6 miles | A 65.0 | D 227.5 | Violent: 21.9% higher Property: 59.9% higher |
| Gastonia | 6 miles | D 157.6 | F 366.6 | Violent: 195.5% higher Property: 157.7% higher |
| Stanley | 6 miles | C 122.7 | A 73.6 | Violent: 130.0% higher Property: 48.2% lower |
| Mount Holly | 6 miles | A 54.4 | A 70.7 | Violent: 2.0% higher Property: 50.3% lower |