Zebulon, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Zebulon Police Department serves the city of Zebulon, NC in Wake County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 898 violent crimes and 1,336 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 135.5 per 100k residents, which is 27.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 239.7 per 100k, 46.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 DAnnual Rate135.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents898 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate52.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents134 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate239.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,336 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate62.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents203 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate156.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,066 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate20.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents59 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 135.5 | D | 898 | 106.2 | +27.6% |
| Property Crime | 239.7 | D | 1336 | 163.6 | +46.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 52.1 | F | 134 | 22.3 | +134.1% |
| Burglary | 62.5 | F | 203 | 24.0 | +160.2% |
| Larceny | 156.3 | D | 1066 | 116.4 | +34.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 20.8 | C | 59 | 22.2 | -6.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knightdale | 10 miles | B 85.9 | F 298.1 | Violent: 36.6% lower Property: 24.3% higher |
| Franklinton | 18 miles | C 108.9 | D 217.8 | Violent: 19.6% lower Property: 9.1% lower |
| Youngsville | 18 miles | B 85.8 | A 85.8 | Violent: 36.6% lower Property: 64.2% lower |
| Bunn | 18 miles | F 274.7 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 102.8% higher Property: N/A |
| Louisburg | 18 miles | A 60.8 | F 607.9 | Violent: 55.1% lower Property: 153.6% higher |