Wendell, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wendell Police Department serves the city of Wendell, NC in Wake County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 282 violent crimes and 551 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 50.4 per 100k residents, which is 52.5% below the national average. Property crime averages 72.0 per 100k, 56.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault 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 Rate50.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents282 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate7.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents46 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate72.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents551 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate7.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents105 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate57.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents375 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate7.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents69 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 50.4 | A | 282 | 106.2 | -52.5% |
| Property Crime | 72.0 | A | 551 | 163.6 | -56.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 7.2 | A | 46 | 22.3 | -67.7% |
| Burglary | 7.2 | A | 105 | 24.0 | -70.0% |
| Larceny | 57.6 | A | 375 | 116.4 | -50.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7.2 | A | 69 | 22.2 | -67.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuquay-Varina | 0 miles | A 31.6 | A 29.4 | Violent: 37.3% lower Property: 59.2% lower |
| Garner | 0 miles | D 151.9 | F 435.6 | Violent: 201.4% higher Property: 505.1% higher |
| Rolesville | 0 miles | A 44.9 | A 9.0 | Violent: 11.0% lower Property: 87.5% lower |
| Holly Springs | 0 miles | A 29.1 | A 91.3 | Violent: 42.4% lower Property: 26.8% higher |
| Knightdale | 9 miles | B 85.9 | F 298.1 | Violent: 70.4% higher Property: 314.0% higher |