Fountain Hill Apartments Neighborhood, Charlotte

Crime Rate & Statistics

D

High crime area — significantly above-average crime rates

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 171 / 300 High
Violent Crime 139
39% above national avg
Property Crime 138
38% above national avg

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in Charlotte

Is Fountain Hill Apartments Safe?

No — this is a high-crime area. Fountain Hill Apartments in Charlotte, NC has a safety grade of D. The overall crime index is 171, which is 71% above the national average of 100.

Compared to the Charlotte average (crime index 115), Fountain Hill Apartments is 56% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 170, 70% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 72).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 170 (70% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 72 (28% below avg)

Fountain Hill Apartments Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Charlotte city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
154 +54% High
Assault
161 +61% High
Robbery
72 -28% Low
Rape
169 +69% High
Property Crime
Burglary
98 -2% Average
Larceny / Theft
147 +47% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
170 +70% High

How Fountain Hill Apartments Compares

Crime index by category: Fountain Hill Apartments vs Charlotte average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Fountain Hill Apartments Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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Fountain Hill Apartments Demographics & Context

Population
4
Median Income
$42,087
Home Value
$90,000
Median Age
35
Pop. Density
1,854/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 3.5%
Graduate Degree 0%

Housing

12%
88%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 1.7%
Black 92.9%
Hispanic 2.3%
Asian 0.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Fountain Hill Apartments, Charlotte?

Fountain Hill Apartments in Charlotte, NC has a crime safety grade of D as of 2026. The overall crime index is 171, which is 71% above the national average. Compared to the Charlotte average, crime in Fountain Hill Apartments is 56% higher.

Is Fountain Hill Apartments a safe neighborhood in Charlotte?

Fountain Hill Apartments has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 170), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 72).

How does Fountain Hill Apartments compare to the rest of Charlotte?

Fountain Hill Apartments's overall crime index is 171, compared to the Charlotte average of 115. This means crime in Fountain Hill Apartments is 56% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 139, and for property crime it is 138. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Fountain Hill Apartments?

The most prevalent crime type in Fountain Hill Apartments is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 170 (70% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are safer neighborhoods near Fountain Hill Apartments?

Nearby neighborhoods include Revolution Park, West Boulevard, Westover Hills, Wilmore. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Fountain Hill Apartments?

Fountain Hill Apartments has a population of approximately 4. The median household income is $42,087. The median home value is $90,000. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Fountain Hill Apartments crime compare to the national average?

Fountain Hill Apartments's overall crime rate is 71% above the national average (index 171 vs 100). For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.