Jefferson, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Jefferson Police Department serves the city of Jefferson, NC in Ashe County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 38 violent crimes and 146 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 61.6 per 100k residents, which is 42.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 61.6 per 100k, 62.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Violent Crime 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 AAnnual Rate61.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents38 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate61.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents146 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate61.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents130 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 61.6 | A | 38 | 106.2 | -42.0% |
| Property Crime | 61.6 | A | 146 | 163.6 | -62.4% |
| Larceny | 61.6 | A | 130 | 116.4 | -47.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Jefferson | 0 miles | D 148.0 | F 592.1 | Violent: 140.4% higher Property: 861.6% higher |
| Boone | 18 miles | A 44.9 | A 74.8 | Violent: 27.1% lower Property: 21.5% higher |
| Sparta | 21 miles | F 475.7 | A 105.7 | Violent: 672.5% higher Property: 71.7% higher |
| North Wilkesboro | 24 miles | A 23.6 | B 141.8 | Violent: 61.6% lower Property: 130.3% higher |
| Wilkesboro | 28 miles | F 329.6 | F 302.1 | Violent: 435.2% higher Property: 390.6% higher |