Richlands, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Richlands Police Department serves the city of Richlands, NC in Onslow County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 38 violent crimes and 74 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 41.9 per 100k residents, which is 60.5% below the national average. Property crime averages 83.8 per 100k, 48.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Property 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 Rate41.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents38 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate83.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents74 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate83.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents54 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 41.9 | A | 38 | 106.2 | -60.5% |
| Property Crime | 83.8 | A | 74 | 163.6 | -48.8% |
| Larceny | 83.8 | B | 54 | 116.4 | -28.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | 0 miles | D 137.0 | D 219.2 | Violent: 226.9% higher Property: 161.5% higher |
| Holly Ridge | 0 miles | A 37.9 | A 56.8 | Violent: 9.7% lower Property: 32.2% lower |
| North Topsail Beach | 19 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 95.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 14.1% higher |
| Maysville | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 120.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 43.6% higher |
| Swansboro | 22 miles | A 23.8 | D 238.3 | Violent: 43.1% lower Property: 184.3% higher |