B+
28%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
43%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
25%
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 peopleMount Holly/100k peopleNorth Carolina/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime303n/a (estimate)1,6672,4692,324
Murder0n/a0.08.16.3
Rape7n/a38.530.540.0
Robbery3n/a16.554.966.1
Assault28n/a154.0311.6268.2
Violent crime38n/a (estimate)209405370
Burglary50n/a275.1370.8269.8
Theft180n/a990.31,494.01,401.9
Vehicle theft35n/a192.6199.3282.7
Property crime265n/a (estimate)1,4582,0641,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Mount Holly, 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 Mount Holly is 28.3% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 38 violent crimes reported in Mount Holly, equivalent to 209 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 43.5%. Additionally, Mount Holly recorded 265 property crimes, amounting to 1458 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 25.4%.

Mount Holly showcased a dedication to violent crime safety in its latest reported crime year by achieving a murder rate of 0. This accomplishment could indicate that it is a safe place for residents, but also provides a shining example to other urban areas endeavoring to create safer communities.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Mount Holly?

What do the local residents think about crime in Mount Holly? Well, based on a recent survey of 10 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 70% of Mount Holly residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 30% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Mount Holly a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Mount Holly 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. Mount Holly has a total crime rate that is 28% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.83 daily crimes (0.1 violent daily crimes and 0.73 daily property crimes) in Mount Holly.

Has Crime in Mount Holly 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 Mount Holly 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 Mount Holly has increased by 9.4% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 5.6% and property crime has increased by 10%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Mount Holly

Mount Holly has a population density of 1438.4 people per square mile, contrasting with the national average of 90.6 people per square mile. High population density cities are often large urban hubs teeming with diverse economic opportunities. Within these environments, income disparities can become pronounced, leading to higher poverty levels. This economic divide may contribute to an uptick in property crimes and, occasionally, violent crimes. In contrast, areas characterized by low population density typically exhibit lower Mount Holly crime rates.

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 Mount Holly, 82.6% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

Rising cost of living expenses, including increased housing costs, grocery, utility and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards crime, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Mount Holly, the cost of living is 4.33% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

Mount Holly crime map



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

  • Mount Holly crime rates are 28% lower than the national average
  • Violent crimes in Mount Holly are 43% lower than the national average
  • In Mount Holly you have a 1 in 60 chance of becoming a victim of crime
  • Mount Holly is safer than 50% of the cities in the United States
  • Year over year crime in Mount Holly has increased by 1%

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        Daily Crime In Mount Holly (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Mount Holly 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 Mount Holly (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to North Carolina, are 1.48 times less than the state average and 1.39 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Mount Holly on a daily basis are 1.94 times less than than North Carolina average and 1.77 times less than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Mount Holly are 1.42 times less than the daily state average and 1.34 times less than the daily national numbers.

        How Safe is Mount Holly (higher is better)

        Compared to the other cities in North Carolina and all other cities across the US, is Mount Holly safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Mount Holly is safer than 70% of other cities in the state of North Carolina. In addition, Mount Holly is safer than 50% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all North Carolina and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Mount Holly. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Mount Holly is above average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Mount Holly

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Mount Holly is 1 in 479
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Mount Holly is 1 in 69
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Mount Holly is 1 in 60
        Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Mount Holly, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 479. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 69 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Mount Holly is 1 in 60.

        Year Over Year Crime In Mount Holly (per 100,000 people)

        An analysis of year to year crime rates in Mount Holly, North Carolina (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Mount Holly has decreased by 3%, the amount of property crime in Mount Holly has increased by 1%, and the total amount of crime in Mount Holly has increased by 1% year over year.

        Mount Holly police department

        Item Mount Holly North Carolina National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)3814,511558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.74.83.3
        There are a total of 38 Mount Holly police officers. This results in 2.7 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 42.6% less than the North Carolina average and 15.6% less 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
        Westport, NC4,15377393470
        Davidson, NC12,92033467500
        Lowesville, NC3,180132674806
        Ranlo, NC3,643238757995
        Lake Wylie, SC14,0911878791,066
        Cornelius, NC29,8361321,0071,139
        Cramerton, NC4,4172091,0651,274
        Mount Holly, NC15,9472091,4581,667

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        Fairburn, GA15,9563171,3231,640
        New Haven, IN15,9341961,1791,375
        Dyer, IN15,93324336361
        Ukiah, CA15,9635911,3481,939
        Mount Holly, NC15,9472091,4581,667
        Source: The Mount Holly, 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.