Selma, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Selma Police Department serves the city of Selma, NC in Johnston County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 425 violent crimes and 856 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 170.4 per 100k residents, which is 60.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 156.2 per 100k, 4.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent 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 FAnnual Rate170.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents425 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate14.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents17 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate14.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents41 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate71.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents164 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate156.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents856 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents188 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate127.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents554 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate14.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents110 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 170.4 | F | 425 | 106.2 | +60.4% |
| Property Crime | 156.2 | C | 856 | 163.6 | -4.5% |
| Rape | 14.2 | F | 17 | 3.5 | +301.5% |
| Robbery | 14.2 | F | 41 | 5.8 | +144.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 71.0 | F | 164 | 22.3 | +219.0% |
| Burglary | 14.2 | A | 188 | 24.0 | -40.9% |
| Larceny | 127.8 | C | 554 | 116.4 | +9.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 14.2 | A | 110 | 22.2 | -36.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smithfield | 5 miles | D 151.7 | F 415.2 | Violent: 11.0% lower Property: 165.8% higher |
| Clayton | 5 miles | B 74.4 | A 61.4 | Violent: 56.4% lower Property: 60.7% lower |
| Four Oaks | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Pine Level | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 87.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 44.0% lower |
| Princeton | 5 miles | A 68.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 59.6% lower Property: N/A |