Whiteville, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Whiteville Police Department serves the city of Whiteville, NC in Columbus County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 910 violent crimes and 2,187 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 520.3 per 100k residents, which is 389.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 1235.6 per 100k, 655.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 Rate520.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents910 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate21.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents29 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate86.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents231 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate1235.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,187 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate303.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents417 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate802.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,652 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate130.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents112 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 520.3 | F | 910 | 106.2 | +389.8% |
| Property Crime | 1235.6 | F | 2187 | 163.6 | +655.3% |
| Robbery | 21.7 | F | 29 | 5.8 | +272.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 86.7 | F | 231 | 22.3 | +289.6% |
| Burglary | 303.5 | F | 417 | 24.0 | +1163.0% |
| Larceny | 802.1 | F | 1652 | 116.4 | +589.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 130.1 | F | 112 | 22.2 | +486.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fair Bluff | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Tabor City | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 291.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 76.4% lower |
| Chadbourn | 12 miles | F 195.3 | F 651.0 | Violent: 62.5% lower Property: 47.3% lower |
| Bladenboro | 24 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 125.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 89.9% lower |
| Elizabethtown | 24 miles | F 246.6 | F 277.4 | Violent: 52.6% lower Property: 77.5% lower |