Shelby, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Shelby Police Department serves the city of Shelby, NC in Cleveland County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,363 violent crimes and 2,276 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 128.4 per 100k residents, which is 20.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 266.0 per 100k, 62.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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 DAnnual Rate128.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,363 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents62 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate13.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents86 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate50.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents597 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate266.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,276 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate36.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents478 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate206.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,535 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate22.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents222 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 128.4 | D | 1363 | 106.2 | +20.9% |
| Property Crime | 266.0 | F | 2276 | 163.6 | +62.6% |
| Rape | 4.6 | D | 62 | 3.5 | +29.8% |
| Robbery | 13.8 | F | 86 | 5.8 | +136.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 50.4 | F | 597 | 22.3 | +126.6% |
| Burglary | 36.7 | D | 478 | 24.0 | +52.7% |
| Larceny | 206.4 | F | 1535 | 116.4 | +77.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 22.9 | C | 222 | 22.2 | +3.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherryville | 11 miles | C 95.7 | B 127.6 | Violent: 25.5% lower Property: 52.0% lower |
| Bessemer City | 16 miles | A 53.4 | B 142.3 | Violent: 58.5% lower Property: 46.5% lower |
| Forest City | 21 miles | A 68.0 | F 448.9 | Violent: 47.0% lower Property: 68.8% higher |
| Lake Lure | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 72.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 72.8% lower |
| Lincolnton | 21 miles | F 197.1 | F 328.5 | Violent: 53.5% higher Property: 23.5% higher |