Hillsborough, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hillsborough Police Department serves the city of Hillsborough, NC in Orange County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 929 violent crimes and 2,089 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 142.7 per 100k residents, which is 34.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 366.9 per 100k, 124.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault 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 DAnnual Rate142.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents929 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate10.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents136 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate366.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,089 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate10.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents123 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate315.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,873 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate40.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents92 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 142.7 | D | 929 | 106.2 | +34.3% |
| Property Crime | 366.9 | F | 2089 | 163.6 | +124.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 10.2 | A | 136 | 22.3 | -54.2% |
| Burglary | 10.2 | A | 123 | 24.0 | -57.6% |
| Larceny | 315.9 | F | 1873 | 116.4 | +171.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 40.8 | F | 92 | 22.2 | +83.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrboro | 11 miles | C 122.1 | D 197.2 | Violent: 14.4% lower Property: 46.3% lower |
| Graham | 16 miles | F 175.8 | C 186.8 | Violent: 23.2% higher Property: 49.1% lower |
| Haw River | 16 miles | D 130.3 | F 304.1 | Violent: 8.7% lower Property: 17.1% lower |
| Butner | 21 miles | B 82.6 | B 118.0 | Violent: 42.1% lower Property: 67.8% lower |
| Elon | 22 miles | A 53.6 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 62.5% lower Property: N/A |