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. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 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 |