Gastonia, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Gastonia Police Department serves the city of Gastonia, NC in Gaston County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 9,777 violent crimes and 16,242 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 157.6 per 100k residents, which is 48.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 366.6 per 100k, 124.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 DAnnual Rate157.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents9,777 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents186 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate11.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents558 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate46.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents2,560 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate366.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents16,242 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate62.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,226 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate284.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents12,297 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate20.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,587 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 157.6 | D | 9777 | 106.2 | +48.4% |
| Property Crime | 366.6 | F | 16242 | 163.6 | +124.1% |
| Rape | 4.8 | D | 186 | 3.5 | +35.2% |
| Robbery | 11.9 | F | 558 | 5.8 | +105.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 46.6 | F | 2560 | 22.3 | +109.2% |
| Burglary | 62.1 | F | 2226 | 24.0 | +158.4% |
| Larceny | 284.2 | F | 12297 | 116.4 | +144.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 20.3 | C | 1587 | 22.2 | -8.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Protestant | 1 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont | 0 miles | C 103.2 | F 316.0 | Violent: 34.5% lower Property: 13.8% lower |
| Dallas | 0 miles | A 65.0 | D 227.5 | Violent: 58.8% lower Property: 37.9% lower |
| Stanley | 0 miles | C 122.7 | A 73.6 | Violent: 22.1% lower Property: 79.9% lower |
| Mount Holly | 0 miles | A 54.4 | A 70.7 | Violent: 65.5% lower Property: 80.7% lower |
| Ranlo | 3 miles | A 64.3 | B 128.6 | Violent: 59.2% lower Property: 64.9% lower |