Newton, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Newton Police Department serves the city of Newton, NC in Catawba County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,233 violent crimes and 1,877 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 111.7 per 100k residents, which is 5.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 149.0 per 100k, 8.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 CAnnual Rate111.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,233 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate22.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents188 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate149.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,877 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate29.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents426 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate89.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,292 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate29.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents146 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 111.7 | C | 1233 | 106.2 | +5.2% |
| Property Crime | 149.0 | C | 1877 | 163.6 | -8.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 22.4 | C | 188 | 22.3 | +0.4% |
| Burglary | 29.8 | D | 426 | 24.0 | +24.0% |
| Larceny | 89.4 | B | 1292 | 116.4 | -23.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 29.8 | D | 146 | 22.2 | +34.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conover | 0 miles | F 222.9 | C 187.7 | Violent: 99.5% higher Property: 26.0% higher |
| Catawba | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Lincolnton | 12 miles | F 197.1 | F 328.5 | Violent: 76.4% higher Property: 120.5% higher |
| Taylorsville | 18 miles | D 131.1 | A 43.7 | Violent: 17.3% higher Property: 70.7% lower |
| Cherryville | 21 miles | C 95.7 | B 127.6 | Violent: 14.3% lower Property: 14.3% lower |