Gibsonville, NC Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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56%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

70%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

53%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2023 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2024; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Gibsonville_{/100k people}	North Carolina_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	92	n/a (estimate)	1,006	2,456	2,281
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	7.9	5.7
Rape	2	n/a	21.9	28.2	38.0
Robbery	0	n/a	0.0	51.8	66.5
Assault	8	n/a	87.5	303.5	264.1
Violent crime	10	n/a (estimate)	109	391	364
Burglary	14	n/a	153.1	355.3	250.7
Theft	64	n/a	700.0	1,447.8	1,347.2
Vehicle theft	4	n/a	43.7	261.8	318.7
Property crime	82	n/a (estimate)	897	2,065	1,917

An Overview of Crime Rates in Gibsonville, NC

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Gibsonville is 51% lower than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Gibsonville, there were 18 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 199 per 100,000 individuals, 46.2% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 85 property crimes, amounting to 939 per 100,000 residents, 51.9% lower than the U.S. average.

In the most recently reported crime year, Gibsonville registered zero reported homicides. This statistic not only designates the area as an exemplar of security but also emanates a profound sense of safety within its community. A minimal incidence of severe violent crime not only fosters a strong sense of well-being among residents but also sets a commendable standard for other regions aiming to cultivate similarly safe surroundings.

Is Gibsonville a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Gibsonville a safe place to live?” Although the answer might not be that simple, as some areas are safer than others, getting a good feel for the overall rate of crime can definitely be helpful. Overall, the Gibsonville crime rate is 51% lower than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 0.28 crimes per day - 0.05 violent crimes and 0.23 property crimes.

Has Crime in Gibsonville Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Gibsonville has decreased by 8% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Gibsonville 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 decreased by 5.3%, while property crime has decreased by 8.6%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Gibsonville.

Potential Causes for Crime in Gibsonville

The economic prosperity of a city's inhabitants exerts substantial influence on crime stats. Elevated poverty rates and income inequality can precipitate heightened criminal activity, as individuals may turn to illicit means to fulfill their fundamental requirements. While lower poverty rates could lead to lower Gibsonville crime rates. In Gibsonville, the poverty rate stands at 9.4%, diverging from the national average of 15.1%.

Gibsonville has a population density of 1829 people per square mile, while with the national average is 90.6 people per square mile. Cities characterized by high population density are frequently larger urban centers offering diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality may be accentuated, resulting in the coexistence of poverty and affluence. Such economic disparities can contribute to elevated property crimes and on occasion, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density generally record lower Gibsonville crime rates.

The median home price in Gibsonville is $181,400, 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.

Gibsonville crime map

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

Gibsonville crime rates are 56% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Gibsonville are 70% lower than the national average
In Gibsonville you have a 1 in 100 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Gibsonville is safer than 59% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Gibsonville has decreased by 33%

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Daily Crime In Gibsonville (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Gibsonville, per 100,000 residents. In Gibsonville, the total number of daily crimes is 2.44 times less than the North Carolina average and 2.27 times less than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Gibsonville are 3.58 times less than the North Carolina average and 3.33 times less than the national average. For property crime, Gibsonville has a daily crime rate that is 2.30 times less than the North Carolina average and 2.14 times less than the daily national average.

How Safe is Gibsonville (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in Gibsonville, North Carolina compared to other areas of North Carolina, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Gibsonville safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Gibsonville is safer than 75% of North Carolina cities, and 59% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in North Carolina, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Gibsonville. At this time, Gibsonville sees a above average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Gibsonville

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Gibsonville is 1 in 915

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Gibsonville is 1 in 112

The chance of being a victim of crime in Gibsonville is 1 in 100

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Gibsonville? In Gibsonville, you have a 1 in 915 chance of falling victim to a violent crime, such as rape, robbery, assault, or even murder. In terms of property crime, your chances of being a victim are 1 in 112. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Gibsonville, NC is 1 in 100.

Year Over Year Crime In Gibsonville (per 100,000 people)

A good indicator of whether Gibsonville 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 Gibsonville has decreased by 57%, while the property crime rate in Gibsonville has decreased by 28% year over year. The number of total crimes in Gibsonville has decreased by 33% year over year.

Gibsonville police department

Item	Gibsonville	North Carolina	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	15	14,511	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.3	4.8	3.3

There are a total of 15 Gibsonville police officers. This results in 2.3 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 52.3% less than the North Carolina average and 29.9% 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}
Alamance, NC	1,280	55	290	345
Elon, NC	11,941	54	384	437
Forest Oaks, NC	4,102	102	536	638
Swepsonville, NC	2,254	113	595	708
Saxapahaw, NC	1,340	156	823	979
Glen Raven, NC	3,697	174	918	1,092
Woodlawn, NC	843	193	1,021	1,215
Gibsonville, NC	7,232	109	897	1,006

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
South Apopka, FL	7,234	283	1,478	1,761
Midland Park, NJ	7,230	0	460	460
Hudson, NH	7,230	74	810	884
Wauseon, OH	7,229	249	1,474	1,723
Ridgefield, CT	7,228	4	200	204
Gibsonville, NC	7,232	109	897	1,006

Source: The Gibsonville, NC crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2023. 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.

Gibsonville, NC Crime Rates