Stanley, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Stanley Police Department serves the city of Stanley, NC in Gaston County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 133 violent crimes and 403 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 122.7 per 100k residents, which is 15.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 73.6 per 100k, 55.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Property Crime 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 CAnnual Rate122.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents133 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate73.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents403 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate73.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents37 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 122.7 | C | 133 | 106.2 | +15.6% |
| Property Crime | 73.6 | A | 403 | 163.6 | -55.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 73.6 | F | 37 | 22.2 | +232.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont | 0 miles | C 103.2 | F 316.0 | Violent: 15.9% lower Property: 329.1% higher |
| Dallas | 0 miles | A 65.0 | D 227.5 | Violent: 47.0% lower Property: 209.0% higher |
| Gastonia | 0 miles | D 157.6 | F 366.6 | Violent: 28.4% higher Property: 397.9% higher |
| Mount Holly | 0 miles | A 54.4 | A 70.7 | Violent: 55.7% lower Property: 3.9% lower |
| Ranlo | 3 miles | A 64.3 | B 128.6 | Violent: 47.6% lower Property: 74.7% higher |