Bryson City, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Bryson City Police Department serves the city of Bryson City, NC in Swain County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 88 violent crimes and 118 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 66.2 per 100k residents, which is 37.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 198.5 per 100k, 21.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent Crime had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 6 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 AAnnual Rate66.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents88 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate66.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents47 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate198.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents118 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate198.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents96 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 66.2 | A | 88 | 106.2 | -37.7% |
| Property Crime | 198.5 | D | 118 | 163.6 | +21.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 66.2 | F | 47 | 22.3 | +197.3% |
| Larceny | 198.5 | F | 96 | 116.4 | +70.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sylva | 19 miles | B 75.7 | F 340.8 | Violent: 14.4% higher Property: 71.6% higher |
| Waynesville | 27 miles | B 92.5 | F 342.2 | Violent: 39.8% higher Property: 72.4% higher |
| Maggie Valley | 28 miles | F 349.2 | F 756.7 | Violent: 427.7% higher Property: 281.1% higher |
| Franklin | 29 miles | B 69.1 | C 184.2 | Violent: 4.4% higher Property: 7.2% lower |
| Canton | 35 miles | A 22.8 | F 318.8 | Violent: 65.6% lower Property: 60.6% higher |