Spencer, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Spencer Police Department serves the city of Spencer, NC in Rowan County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 199 violent crimes and 341 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 90.2 per 100k residents, which is 15.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 90.2 per 100k, 44.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 BAnnual Rate90.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents199 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate90.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents341 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate60.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents230 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate30.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents38 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 90.2 | B | 199 | 106.2 | -15.1% |
| Property Crime | 90.2 | A | 341 | 163.6 | -44.9% |
| Larceny | 60.1 | A | 230 | 116.4 | -48.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 30.1 | D | 38 | 22.2 | +35.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Spencer | 7 miles | A 62.5 | C 187.5 | Violent: 30.7% lower Property: 107.9% higher |
| Landis | 7 miles | A 26.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 70.7% lower Property: N/A |
| Salisbury | 7 miles | D 169.8 | F 334.1 | Violent: 88.3% higher Property: 270.5% higher |
| Rockwell | 7 miles | F 257.4 | A 85.8 | Violent: 185.5% higher Property: 4.8% lower |
| Granite Quarry | 7 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 163.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 81.4% higher |