Sanford, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Sanford Police Department serves the city of Sanford, NC in Lee County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,388 violent crimes and 3,997 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 69.4 per 100k residents, which is 34.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 211.2 per 100k, 29.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 BAnnual Rate69.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,388 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate3.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents20 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate3.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents79 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate9.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents213 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate211.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,997 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate18.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents491 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate176.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,302 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate15.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents194 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 69.4 | B | 1388 | 106.2 | -34.7% |
| Property Crime | 211.2 | D | 3997 | 163.6 | +29.1% |
| Rape | 3.1 | B | 20 | 3.5 | -10.9% |
| Robbery | 3.1 | A | 79 | 5.8 | -45.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 9.5 | A | 213 | 22.3 | -57.5% |
| Burglary | 18.9 | B | 491 | 24.0 | -21.3% |
| Larceny | 176.6 | D | 3302 | 116.4 | +51.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 15.8 | B | 194 | 22.2 | -28.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadway | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 149.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 29.2% lower |
| Siler City | 16 miles | C 109.3 | C 170.0 | Violent: 57.6% higher Property: 19.5% lower |
| Pittsboro | 16 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 229.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 8.8% higher |
| Dunn | 18 miles | F 174.7 | F 407.7 | Violent: 151.9% higher Property: 93.0% higher |
| Coats | 18 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 220.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 4.3% higher |