Scotland Neck, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Scotland Neck Police Department serves the city of Scotland Neck, NC in Halifax County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 89 violent crimes and 147 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 335.4 per 100k residents, which is 215.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 111.8 per 100k, 31.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary 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 FAnnual Rate335.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents89 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate279.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents43 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate111.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents147 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate55.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents75 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate55.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents15 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 335.4 | F | 89 | 106.2 | +215.8% |
| Property Crime | 111.8 | B | 147 | 163.6 | -31.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 279.5 | F | 43 | 22.3 | +1155.7% |
| Burglary | 55.9 | F | 75 | 24.0 | +132.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 55.9 | F | 15 | 22.2 | +152.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roanoke Rapids | 0 miles | F 211.0 | D 217.8 | Violent: 37.1% lower Property: 94.8% higher |
| Weldon | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 144.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 29.0% higher |
| Enfield | 5 miles | F 313.3 | C 179.1 | Violent: 6.6% lower Property: 60.2% higher |
| Woodland | 18 miles | F 187.3 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 44.2% lower Property: N/A |
| Tarboro | 23 miles | C 103.2 | D 197.0 | Violent: 69.2% lower Property: 76.2% higher |