Mars Hill, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Mars Hill Police Department serves the city of Mars Hill, NC in Madison County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 26 violent crimes and 43 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 51.3 per 100k residents, which is 51.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 51.3 per 100k, 68.6% 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 Rate51.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents26 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate51.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents43 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate51.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents27 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 51.3 | A | 26 | 106.2 | -51.7% |
| Property Crime | 51.3 | A | 43 | 163.6 | -68.6% |
| Larceny | 51.3 | A | 27 | 116.4 | -55.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodfin | 18 miles | B 73.8 | A 86.1 | Violent: 43.8% higher Property: 67.7% higher |
| Asheville | 20 miles | F 193.6 | F 386.2 | Violent: 277.4% higher Property: 652.7% higher |
| Biltmore Forest | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 69.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 34.9% higher |
| Weaverville | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 465.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 806.7% higher |
| Burnsville | 23 miles | A 60.3 | B 120.6 | Violent: 17.5% higher Property: 135.1% higher |