Roanoke Rapids, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Roanoke Rapids Police Department serves the city of Roanoke Rapids, NC in Halifax County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,259 violent crimes and 3,185 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 211.0 per 100k residents, which is 98.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 217.8 per 100k, 33.1% 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 FAnnual Rate211.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,259 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents49 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate20.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents136 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate74.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents424 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate217.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,185 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate27.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents710 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate183.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,284 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate6.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents169 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 211.0 | F | 1259 | 106.2 | +98.6% |
| Property Crime | 217.8 | D | 3185 | 163.6 | +33.1% |
| Rape | 6.8 | F | 49 | 3.5 | +92.6% |
| Robbery | 20.4 | F | 136 | 5.8 | +251.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 74.9 | F | 424 | 22.3 | +236.3% |
| Burglary | 27.2 | C | 710 | 24.0 | +13.3% |
| Larceny | 183.8 | D | 2284 | 116.4 | +57.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6.8 | A | 169 | 22.2 | -69.3% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland Neck | 0 miles | F 335.4 | B 111.8 | Violent: 59.0% higher Property: 48.7% lower |
| Weldon | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 144.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 33.8% lower |
| Enfield | 5 miles | F 313.3 | C 179.1 | Violent: 48.5% higher Property: 17.8% lower |
| Woodland | 18 miles | F 187.3 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 11.2% lower Property: N/A |
| Tarboro | 23 miles | C 103.2 | D 197.0 | Violent: 51.1% lower Property: 9.6% lower |