Wilson, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wilson Police Department serves the city of Wilson, NC in Wilson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,508 violent crimes and 6,735 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 126.4 per 100k residents, which is 19.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 250.6 per 100k, 53.2% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate126.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,508 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate2.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents52 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents227 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate35.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents977 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate250.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents6,735 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate37.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,207 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate174.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,934 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate33.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents527 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 126.4 | C | 3508 | 106.2 | +19.0% |
| Property Crime | 250.6 | D | 6735 | 163.6 | +53.2% |
| Rape | 2.1 | A | 52 | 3.5 | -40.3% |
| Robbery | 2.1 | A | 227 | 5.8 | -63.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 35.8 | F | 977 | 22.3 | +60.9% |
| Burglary | 37.9 | D | 1207 | 24.0 | +57.8% |
| Larceny | 174.8 | D | 4934 | 116.4 | +50.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 33.7 | D | 527 | 22.2 | +52.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stantonsburg | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Nashville | 19 miles | A 17.9 | A 71.8 | Violent: 85.8% lower Property: 71.4% lower |
| Bailey | 19 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Middlesex | 19 miles | C 107.2 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 15.2% lower Property: N/A |
| Snow Hill | 22 miles | A 68.9 | F 344.6 | Violent: 45.5% lower Property: 37.5% higher |