Laurinburg, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Laurinburg Police Department serves the city of Laurinburg, NC in Scotland County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,551 violent crimes and 3,403 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 120.9 per 100k residents, which is 13.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 456.8 per 100k, 179.2% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 CAnnual Rate120.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,551 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate13.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents34 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents45 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate20.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents106 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate60.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents992 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate456.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,403 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate114.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,360 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate268.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,696 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate73.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents290 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 120.9 | C | 1551 | 106.2 | +13.8% |
| Property Crime | 456.8 | F | 3403 | 163.6 | +179.2% |
| Homicide | 13.4 | F | 34 | 0.5 | +2420.5% |
| Rape | 6.7 | F | 45 | 3.5 | +90.0% |
| Robbery | 20.1 | F | 106 | 5.8 | +246.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 60.5 | F | 992 | 22.3 | +171.6% |
| Burglary | 114.2 | F | 1360 | 24.0 | +375.2% |
| Larceny | 268.7 | F | 1696 | 116.4 | +130.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 73.9 | F | 290 | 22.2 | +233.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wagram | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Raeford | 17 miles | A 66.5 | A 66.5 | Violent: 45.0% lower Property: 85.5% lower |
| Rockingham | 18 miles | B 78.5 | F 370.3 | Violent: 35.0% lower Property: 18.9% lower |
| Aberdeen | 21 miles | D 144.8 | F 341.3 | Violent: 19.7% higher Property: 25.3% lower |
| Lumberton | 25 miles | F 308.9 | F 910.6 | Violent: 155.4% higher Property: 99.4% higher |