Stanly County, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Stanly County in NC is served by 3 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 2,515 violent crimes and 5,566 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 92.4 per 100k residents, which is 13.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 158.9 per 100k, 2.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 BAnnual Rate92.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,515 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Rape
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Robbery
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate24.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents625 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate158.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,566 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate50.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,280 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate85.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,851 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate23.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents372 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 92.4 | B | 2515 | 106.2 | -13.0% |
| Property Crime | 158.9 | C | 5566 | 163.6 | -2.9% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 15 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 0.0 | A | 53 | 3.5 | -100.0% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 75 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 24.9 | C | 625 | 22.3 | +11.7% |
| Burglary | 50.0 | F | 1280 | 24.0 | +108.1% |
| Larceny | 85.5 | B | 3851 | 116.4 | -26.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 23.4 | C | 372 | 22.2 | +5.6% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Stanly County Sheriff's Office
Albemarle Police Department
Albemarle, NC