Clinton, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Clinton Police Department serves the city of Clinton, NC in Sampson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 994 violent crimes and 1,781 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 109.4 per 100k residents, which is 3.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 303.8 per 100k, 85.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 CAnnual Rate109.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents994 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate12.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents32 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate36.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents378 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate303.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,781 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate60.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents352 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate230.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,339 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents81 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 109.4 | C | 994 | 106.2 | +3.0% |
| Property Crime | 303.8 | F | 1781 | 163.6 | +85.7% |
| Robbery | 12.2 | F | 32 | 5.8 | +108.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 36.5 | F | 378 | 22.3 | +63.8% |
| Burglary | 60.8 | F | 352 | 24.0 | +152.9% |
| Larceny | 230.9 | F | 1339 | 116.4 | +98.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.2 | A | 81 | 22.2 | -45.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Grove | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Wallace | 25 miles | F 260.6 | F 463.2 | Violent: 138.2% higher Property: 52.5% higher |
| Beulaville | 25 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 354.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 16.5% higher |
| Warsaw | 25 miles | C 110.5 | F 331.6 | Violent: 1.1% higher Property: 9.2% higher |
| Magnolia | 25 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 352.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 16.2% higher |