Crime Safety Grade

B

Chapel Hill, NC Crime Rate

Lower crime than 73% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Chapel Hill Safe?

With an overall crime index of 89, Chapel Hill has a 11% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 227. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Fraternity Row earning an A+ grade while University Lake rates B.

Crime Index Comparison

Chapel Hill
89
North Carolina Avg
111
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
89
11% below average
Violent Crime
110
10% above average
Property Crime
121
21% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Chapel Hill

1 in 227

Property crime: 1 in 207

Where Is It Safe in Chapel Hill?

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Chapel Hill Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 37% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 15% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 110 ▲ 10%
Assault Violent 85 ▼ 15%
Robbery Violent 135 ▲ 35%
Burglary Property 92 ▼ 8%
Larceny / Theft Property 137 ▲ 37%
Vehicle Theft Property 134 ▲ 34%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Chapel Hill Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Fraternity Row A+ 36
2 UNC Central Campus A 29
3 Mason Farm Area A 75
4 Old Country Club - UNC A 138
5 UNC North A 76
6 University Lake B 178

Chapel Hill Crime by Zip Code

27599
A Index: 42
27517
A Index: 74
27516
A- Index: 90
27514
A- Index: 94

Chapel Hill Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
61,912
Median Income
$75,249
Home Value
$435,394
Median Rent
$1,221
Home Ownership
52%

Racial Demographics

White
72%
Black
9.8%
Hispanic
7.5%
Asian
11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Chapel Hill?
Chapel Hill has an overall crime index of 89, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Chapel Hill are rated A or B for safety.
Is Chapel Hill safe to live in?
Chapel Hill has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Chapel Hill?
The safest neighborhoods in Chapel Hill based on crime data include Fraternity Row, UNC Central Campus, Mason Farm Area, Old Country Club - UNC, and UNC North. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Chapel Hill crime compare to the national average?
Chapel Hill's overall crime index is 89 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 11% lower than the typical US city.

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