Swansboro, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Swansboro Police Department serves the city of Swansboro, NC in Onslow County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 132 violent crimes and 523 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 23.8 per 100k residents, which is 77.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 238.3 per 100k, 45.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent 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 AAnnual Rate23.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents132 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate238.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents523 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate238.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents446 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 23.8 | A | 132 | 106.2 | -77.6% |
| Property Crime | 238.3 | D | 523 | 163.6 | +45.7% |
| Larceny | 238.3 | F | 446 | 116.4 | +104.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Isle | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 50.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 78.9% lower |
| Pine Knoll Shores | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 139.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 41.4% lower |
| North Topsail Beach | 22 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 95.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 59.9% lower |
| Jacksonville | 22 miles | D 137.0 | D 219.2 | Violent: 474.9% higher Property: 8.0% lower |
| Holly Ridge | 22 miles | A 37.9 | A 56.8 | Violent: 58.9% higher Property: 76.2% lower |