Wadesboro, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wadesboro Police Department serves the city of Wadesboro, NC in Anson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,284 violent crimes and 1,811 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 930.6 per 100k residents, which is 776.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 687.8 per 100k, 320.4% above 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 FAnnual Rate930.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,284 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate20.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents11 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate303.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents460 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate687.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,811 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate222.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents520 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate424.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,163 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate20.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents111 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 930.6 | F | 2284 | 106.2 | +776.2% |
| Property Crime | 687.8 | F | 1811 | 163.6 | +320.4% |
| Homicide | 20.2 | F | 11 | 0.5 | +3696.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 303.5 | F | 460 | 22.3 | +1263.4% |
| Burglary | 222.5 | F | 520 | 24.0 | +826.1% |
| Larceny | 424.8 | F | 1163 | 116.4 | +265.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 20.2 | C | 111 | 22.2 | -8.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marshville | 15 miles | C 112.9 | C 150.6 | Violent: 87.9% lower Property: 78.1% lower |
| Rockingham | 19 miles | B 78.5 | F 370.3 | Violent: 91.6% lower Property: 46.2% lower |
| Monroe | 24 miles | F 220.6 | D 253.3 | Violent: 76.3% lower Property: 63.2% lower |
| Waxhaw | 24 miles | A 29.8 | A 17.0 | Violent: 96.8% lower Property: 97.5% lower |
| Wingate | 24 miles | A 50.7 | C 152.1 | Violent: 94.6% lower Property: 77.9% lower |