Mitchell County, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Mitchell County in NC is served by 1 law enforcement agency. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 33 violent crimes and 53 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 134.5 per 100k residents, which is +26.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 89.7 per 100k, -45.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Larceny 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 DHomicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Robbery
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade ABurglary
Grade FLarceny
Grade AMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 134.5 | D | 33 | 106.2 | +26.7% |
| Property Crime | 89.7 | A | 53 | 163.6 | -45.2% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 0 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 0.0 | A | 2 | 3.5 | -100.0% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 0 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 0.0 | A | 0 | 22.3 | -100.0% |
| Burglary | 44.8 | F | 13 | 24.0 | +86.6% |
| Larceny | 44.8 | A | 36 | 116.4 | -61.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 0.0 | A | 4 | 22.2 | -100.0% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Spruce Pine Police Department
Spruce Pine, NC