Kinston, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Kinston Police Department serves the city of Kinston, NC in Lenoir County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,289 violent crimes and 3,619 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 453.7 per 100k residents, which is 327.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 625.9 per 100k, 282.5% 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 1 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 FAnnual Rate453.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,289 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate5.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents41 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate31.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents68 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate62.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents619 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate625.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,619 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate130.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents840 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate443.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,492 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate26.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents218 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 453.7 | F | 3289 | 106.2 | +327.2% |
| Property Crime | 625.9 | F | 3619 | 163.6 | +282.5% |
| Rape | 5.2 | D | 41 | 3.5 | +47.6% |
| Robbery | 31.3 | F | 68 | 5.8 | +437.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 62.6 | F | 619 | 22.3 | +181.2% |
| Burglary | 130.4 | F | 840 | 24.0 | +442.6% |
| Larceny | 443.3 | F | 2492 | 116.4 | +280.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 26.1 | C | 218 | 22.2 | +17.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow Hill | 15 miles | A 68.9 | F 344.6 | Violent: 84.8% lower Property: 44.9% lower |
| Maysville | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 120.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 80.8% lower |
| Goldsboro | 22 miles | F 221.1 | F 563.3 | Violent: 51.3% lower Property: 10.0% lower |
| Wallace | 27 miles | F 260.6 | F 463.2 | Violent: 42.6% lower Property: 26.0% lower |
| Beulaville | 27 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 354.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 43.4% lower |