Goldsboro, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Goldsboro Police Department serves the city of Goldsboro, NC in Wayne County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,186 violent crimes and 9,005 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 221.1 per 100k residents, which is 108.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 563.3 per 100k, 244.3% 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 2 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 FAnnual Rate221.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,186 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate6.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents35 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate3.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents53 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate30.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents224 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate72.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,549 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate563.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents9,005 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate103.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,565 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate424.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents6,843 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate36.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents579 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 221.1 | F | 4186 | 106.2 | +108.1% |
| Property Crime | 563.3 | F | 9005 | 163.6 | +244.3% |
| Homicide | 6.1 | F | 35 | 0.5 | +1037.3% |
| Rape | 3.0 | B | 53 | 3.5 | -14.3% |
| Robbery | 30.3 | F | 224 | 5.8 | +420.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 72.7 | F | 1549 | 22.3 | +226.6% |
| Burglary | 103.0 | F | 1565 | 24.0 | +328.5% |
| Larceny | 424.0 | F | 6843 | 116.4 | +264.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 36.3 | F | 579 | 22.2 | +63.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow Hill | 19 miles | A 68.9 | F 344.6 | Violent: 68.8% lower Property: 38.8% lower |
| Selma | 20 miles | F 170.4 | C 156.2 | Violent: 22.9% lower Property: 72.3% lower |
| Kinston | 22 miles | F 453.7 | F 625.9 | Violent: 105.2% higher Property: 11.1% higher |
| Smithfield | 23 miles | D 151.7 | F 415.2 | Violent: 31.4% lower Property: 26.3% lower |
| Clayton | 23 miles | B 74.4 | A 61.4 | Violent: 66.4% lower Property: 89.1% lower |