Sparta, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Sparta Police Department serves the city of Sparta, NC in Alleghany County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 93 violent crimes and 79 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 475.7 per 100k residents, which is 347.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 105.7 per 100k, 35.4% 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 Rate475.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents93 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate264.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents44 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate105.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents79 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate52.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents29 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate52.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents41 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 475.7 | F | 93 | 106.2 | +347.9% |
| Property Crime | 105.7 | A | 79 | 163.6 | -35.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 264.3 | F | 44 | 22.3 | +1087.4% |
| Burglary | 52.9 | F | 29 | 24.0 | +119.9% |
| Larceny | 52.9 | A | 41 | 116.4 | -54.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Wilkesboro | 19 miles | A 23.6 | B 141.8 | Violent: 95.0% lower Property: 34.2% higher |
| West Jefferson | 21 miles | D 148.0 | F 592.1 | Violent: 68.9% lower Property: 460.2% higher |
| Jefferson | 21 miles | A 61.6 | A 61.6 | Violent: 87.1% lower Property: 41.7% lower |
| Wilkesboro | 24 miles | F 329.6 | F 302.1 | Violent: 30.7% lower Property: 185.8% higher |
| Mount Airy | 25 miles | C 103.8 | F 339.9 | Violent: 78.2% lower Property: 221.5% higher |