West Jefferson, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The West Jefferson Police Department serves the city of West Jefferson, NC in Ashe County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 79 violent crimes and 435 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 148.0 per 100k residents, which is 39.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 592.1 per 100k, 261.9% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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 DAnnual Rate148.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents79 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate592.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents435 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate74.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents41 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate518.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents382 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 148.0 | D | 79 | 106.2 | +39.4% |
| Property Crime | 592.1 | F | 435 | 163.6 | +261.9% |
| Burglary | 74.0 | F | 41 | 24.0 | +208.0% |
| Larceny | 518.1 | F | 382 | 116.4 | +345.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson | 0 miles | A 61.6 | A 61.6 | Violent: 58.4% lower Property: 89.6% lower |
| Boone | 18 miles | A 44.9 | A 74.8 | Violent: 69.7% lower Property: 87.4% lower |
| Sparta | 21 miles | F 475.7 | A 105.7 | Violent: 221.3% higher Property: 82.1% lower |
| North Wilkesboro | 24 miles | A 23.6 | B 141.8 | Violent: 84.0% lower Property: 76.0% lower |
| Wilkesboro | 28 miles | F 329.6 | F 302.1 | Violent: 122.6% higher Property: 49.0% lower |