Martin County, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Martin County in NC is served by 3 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 1,698 violent crimes and 2,316 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 293.2 per 100k residents, which is 176.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 241.0 per 100k, 47.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent 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 FAnnual Rate293.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,698 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate6.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents12 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents53 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate41.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents417 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate241.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,316 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate35.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents645 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate177.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,514 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate27.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents141 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 293.2 | F | 1698 | 106.2 | +176.1% |
| Property Crime | 241.0 | D | 2316 | 163.6 | +47.3% |
| Homicide | 6.6 | F | 12 | 0.5 | +1143.7% |
| Rape | 0.0 | A | 59 | 3.5 | -100.0% |
| Robbery | 6.6 | C | 53 | 5.8 | +13.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 41.0 | F | 417 | 22.3 | +84.1% |
| Burglary | 35.4 | D | 645 | 24.0 | +47.1% |
| Larceny | 177.9 | D | 1514 | 116.4 | +52.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 27.7 | D | 141 | 22.2 | +25.0% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Martin County Sheriff's Office
Williamston Police Department
Williamston, NC
Robersonville Police Department
Robersonville, NC