Boiling Spring Lakes, NC Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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34%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

53%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

31%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Boiling Spring Lakes_{/100k people}	North Carolina_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	97	n/a (estimate)	1,528	2,469	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	8.1	6.3
Rape	3	n/a	47.3	30.5	40.0
Robbery	1	n/a	15.8	54.9	66.1
Assault	7	n/a	110.3	311.6	268.2
Violent crime	11	n/a (estimate)	173	405	370
Burglary	26	n/a	409.5	370.8	269.8
Theft	58	n/a	913.5	1,494.0	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	2	n/a	31.5	199.3	282.7
Property crime	86	n/a (estimate)	1,355	2,064	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Boiling Spring Lakes, NC

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Boiling Spring Lakes is 34.3% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 11 violent crimes reported in Boiling Spring Lakes, equivalent to 173 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 53.2%. Additionally, Boiling Spring Lakes recorded 86 property crimes, amounting to 1355 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 30.7%.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, Boiling Spring Lakes reported a murder rate of 0. This could indicate that it is a very safe place to live, but also serves as an inspiration to other urban areas striving for safer communities. Examining the full crime report will provide a complete overview of all crimes - violent and property.

Is Boiling Spring Lakes a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Boiling Spring Lakes, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Boiling Spring Lakes presents a total crime rate that is 34% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Boiling Spring Lakes experiences an average of 0.27 daily crimes, comprising 0.03 violent incidents and 0.24 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Boiling Spring Lakes Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Boiling Spring Lakes has increased by 4.3% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Boiling Spring Lakes is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has increased by 10%, while property crime has increased by 3.6%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Boiling Spring Lakes.

Potential Causes for Crime in Boiling Spring Lakes

Highly populated regions typically encompass expansive urban hubs teeming with diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, giving rise to enclaves of poverty amid affluence. Communities marked by economic disparities may contend with heightened property crimes, and in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, regions characterized by low population density often exhibit lower Boiling Spring Lakes crime rates. For instance, in Boiling Spring Lakes, the population density stands at 255.5 people per square mile, diverging from the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

Law enforcement and community policing efforts can play a pivotal role in shaping crime rates. Establishing a robust and cooperative partnership between the police and the community can act as a deterrent to criminal behavior and enhance overall safety. In Boiling Spring Lakes, the ratio of police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents differs from the national average, with 1.44 officers and civilians per 1,000 residents compared to 3.25 nationally. Effective law enforcement often hinges on community policing strategies that prioritize the cultivation of trust and collaboration between law enforcement and the community. It's not solely about the quantity of officers but also the quality of their engagement with the community.

High rent costs can create economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When a significant portion of one's income is spent on housing, there may be less money available for other essential needs such as food, healthcare and education. Economic stress can contribute to desperation and potentially lead individuals to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Average rent rates in Boiling Spring Lakes are $1,074, compared to a national average of $949 per month.

Boiling Spring Lakes crime map

The Boiling Spring Lakes crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Boiling Spring Lakes as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Boiling Spring Lakes crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Boiling Spring Lakes crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Boiling Spring Lakes crime rates are 34% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Boiling Spring Lakes are 53% lower than the national average
In Boiling Spring Lakes you have a 1 in 66 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Boiling Spring Lakes is safer than 56% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Boiling Spring Lakes has increased by 2%

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Daily Crime In Boiling Spring Lakes (per 100,000 people)

The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Boiling Spring Lakes on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of North Carolina and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Boiling Spring Lakes (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to North Carolina, are 1.62 times less than the state average and 1.52 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Boiling Spring Lakes on a daily basis are 2.34 times less than than North Carolina average and 2.13 times less than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Boiling Spring Lakes are 1.52 times less than the daily state average and 1.44 times less than the daily national numbers.

How Safe is Boiling Spring Lakes (higher is better)

How safe is Boiling Spring Lakes, North Carolina compared to other cities in North Carolina and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Boiling Spring Lakes is safer than 75% of the cities in North Carolina and 56% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in North Carolina and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Boiling Spring Lakes. Overall, Boiling Spring Lakes is ranked above average compared to all other cities across the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Boiling Spring Lakes

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Boiling Spring Lakes is 1 in 578

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Boiling Spring Lakes is 1 in 74

The chance of being a victim of crime in Boiling Spring Lakes is 1 in 66

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Boiling Spring Lakes? If you reside in Boiling Spring Lakes, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 578. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 74 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Boiling Spring Lakes, is 1 in 66.

Year Over Year Crime In Boiling Spring Lakes (per 100,000 people)

A good indicator of whether Boiling Spring Lakes is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Boiling Spring Lakes has increased by 8%, while the property crime rate in Boiling Spring Lakes has increased by 2% year over year. The number of total crimes in Boiling Spring Lakes has increased by 2% year over year.

Boiling Spring Lakes police department

Item	Boiling Spring Lakes	North Carolina	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	8	14,511	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.4	4.8	3.3

There are a total of 8 Boiling Spring Lakes police officers. This results in 1.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 69.9% less than the North Carolina average and 55.8% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in North Carolina

State	Total offenders	North Carolina_/100K	National_/100K
North Carolina	26,293	320	266

There are a total of 26,293 sex offenders in North Carolina. This yields a total of 320 sex offenders in North Carolina per 100,000 residents which is 20% greater than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Holden Beach, NC	978	57	290	347
Kure Beach, NC	2,451	64	324	387
Sea Breeze, NC	1,646	97	497	594
St. James, NC	5,889	105	536	641
Belville, NC	2,696	147	748	895
Bald Head Island, NC	209	164	834	997
Caswell Beach, NC	578	164	834	997
Boiling Spring Lakes, NC	6,156	173	1,355	1,528

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City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Elm Grove, WI	6,156	15	630	645
Orange City, IA	6,158	215	999	1,214
Glenarden, MD	6,158	376	1,543	1,919
Carlstadt, NJ	6,158	47	2,027	2,074
Hockinson, WA	6,159	205	1,826	2,030
Boiling Spring Lakes, NC	6,156	173	1,355	1,528

Source: The Boiling Spring Lakes, NC crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.