D-
18%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
30%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
15%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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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.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleKings Mountain/100k peopleNorth Carolina/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime318n/a (estimate)2,7362,4692,324
Murder1n/a8.68.16.3
Rape1n/a8.630.540.0
Robbery8n/a68.854.966.1
Assault46n/a395.7311.6268.2
Violent crime56n/a (estimate)482405370
Burglary32n/a275.3370.8269.8
Theft200n/a1,720.61,494.01,401.9
Vehicle theft30n/a258.1199.3282.7
Property crime262n/a (estimate)2,2542,0641,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Kings Mountain, NC

The Kings Mountain crime rates are 17.7% higher than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 56 violent crimes in Kings Mountain (482 per 100,000 people), which is 30.3% higher than the national average and there were a total of 262 property crimes (2254 per 100,000 residents) which is 15.3% higher than average.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Kings Mountain?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Kings Mountain. Based on the results of the surveys (14 responses), 29% of people felt that there was very little crime in Kings Mountain and felt safe walking alone at night. While 71% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Kings Mountain a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Kings Mountain is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Kings Mountain has a total crime rate that is 18% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.87 daily crimes (0.15 violent daily crimes and 0.72 daily property crimes) in Kings Mountain.

Has Crime in Kings Mountain Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Kings Mountain crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Kings Mountain has increased by 1.6% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 9.8% and property crime has increased by 0%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Kings Mountain

The level of education within a community can impact crime rates. Higher educational attainment often correlates with lower crime rates, as it provides individuals with better job opportunities and alternatives to criminal behavior. While lower educational achievement rates tend to lead to higher crime rates. In Kings Mountain, 76.5% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

The effectiveness of law enforcement and community policing initiatives can influence crime rates. A strong and collaborative relationship between the police and the community can deter criminal activity and improve safety. In Kings Mountain, there are 3.67 police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents, compared to the national average of 3.25. The effectiveness of law enforcement often depends on community policing strategies that emphasize building trust and cooperation between the police and the community. It's not just about the number of officers but also how they engage with the community.

The median home price in Kings Mountain is $135,300, compared to the national average of $184,700. High housing costs can lead to financial stress for residents. When individuals struggle to make ends meet due to expensive housing, they may be more inclined to engage in criminal activities to address their financial difficulties, such as theft or fraud. Communities with stable housing environments tend to foster stronger social bonds and community engagement. This can lead to increased vigilance and cooperation among residents, which can deter criminal behavior.

Kings Mountain crime map



The Kings Mountain crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Kings Mountain 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 Kings Mountain crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Kings Mountain 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

      • Kings Mountain crime rates are 18% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Kings Mountain are 30% higher than the national average
      • In Kings Mountain you have a 1 in 37 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Kings Mountain is safer than 19% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Kings Mountain has decreased by 2%

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        Daily Crime In Kings Mountain (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above illustrates the number of daily crimes in Kings Mountain, NC per 100,000 people. In Kings Mountain, the total number of daily crimes is 1.11 times more than the North Carolina average and 1.18 times more than the national average. The number of daily violent crimes in Kings Mountain is 1.19 times more than the North Carolina average and 1.30 times more than the national average. With regards to property crimes, Kings Mountain has a daily crime rate that is 1.09 times more than the North Carolina average and 1.15 times more than the national average.

        How Safe is Kings Mountain (higher is better)

        When comparing the safety of Kings Mountain to every other city in North Carolina, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Kings Mountain safe? The gauges above illustrate that Kings Mountain is safer than 39% of every city located within North Carolina along with 19% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in North Carolina and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Kings Mountain, NC is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Kings Mountain

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Kings Mountain is 1 in 208
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Kings Mountain is 1 in 45
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Kings Mountain is 1 in 37
        Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Kings Mountain? If you reside in Kings Mountain, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 208. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 45 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 Kings Mountain, is 1 in 37.

        Year Over Year Crime In Kings Mountain (per 100,000 people)

        The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Kings Mountain is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Kings Mountain has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have increased by 5% in Kings Mountain, while property crimes in Kings Mountain have decreased by 4%. Total crime has decreased by 2% year over year.

        Kings Mountain police department

        Item Kings Mountain North Carolina National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)3814,511558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents3.74.83.3
        There are a total of 38 Kings Mountain police officers. This results in 3.7 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 23.1% less than the North Carolina average and 12.9% greater than the National average.

        Sex offenders in North Carolina

        State Total offenders North Carolina /100K National /100K
        North Carolina26,293320266
        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
        Ranlo, NC3,643238757995
        Clover, SC6,3701121,2301,342
        Stanley, NC3,7342201,1231,343
        Lowell, NC3,6761071,3641,471
        Bessemer City, NC5,5363051,3651,670
        Cherryville, NC6,0181941,8242,018
        Dallas, NC4,7442141,8902,103
        Kings Mountain, NC10,8854822,2542,736

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        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Sussex, WI10,8841818421,023
        Malvern, AR10,8867583,6864,444
        River Forest, IL10,883531,4911,543
        Camden, AR10,8778143,0933,906
        Manchester, TN10,8965442,5073,051
        Kings Mountain, NC10,8854822,2542,736
        Source: The Kings Mountain, 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.