Wilkes County, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Wilkes County in NC is served by 2 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 693 violent crimes and 1,784 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 176.6 per 100k residents, which is +66.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 222.0 per 100k, +35.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 FHomicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Robbery
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DBurglary
Grade FLarceny
Grade DMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade ASummary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 176.6 | F | 693 | 106.2 | +66.3% |
| Property Crime | 222.0 | D | 1784 | 163.6 | +35.7% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 2 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 0.0 | A | 22 | 3.5 | -100.0% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 16 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 0.0 | A | 119 | 22.3 | -100.0% |
| Burglary | 51.1 | F | 362 | 24.0 | +112.7% |
| Larceny | 157.1 | D | 1283 | 116.4 | +35.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 13.7 | A | 132 | 22.2 | -38.1% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
North Wilkesboro Police Department
North Wilkesboro, NC
Wilkesboro Police Department
Wilkesboro, NC