Village of Ashley Ridge Neighborhood, Charlotte

Last updated: May 21, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

C+

Moderate safety — crime is near or slightly above average

Summary: Village of Ashley Ridge, Charlotte Crime Rate (2026)

Village of Ashley Ridge in Charlotte, NC has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 171, which is 71% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 21, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 171 / 300 High

Violent Crime 98

2% below national avg

Property Crime 149

49% above national avg

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Is Village of Ashley Ridge Safe?

Somewhat — crime here is near the national average. Village of Ashley Ridge in Charlotte, NC has a safety grade of C+. The overall crime index is 171, which is 71% above the national average of 100.

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

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 195, 95% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 53). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 195 (95% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 53 (47% below avg)

Village of Ashley Ridge Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Charlotte	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	146	+46%	+33%	Moderate
Assault	100	0%	-12%	Average
Robbery	93	-7%	-9%	Average
Rape	53	-47%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	195	+95%	+85%	High
Larceny / Theft	132	+32%	+10%	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	119	+19%	+3%	Moderate

How Village of Ashley Ridge Compares

Crime index by category: Village of Ashley Ridge vs Charlotte average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Village of Ashley Ridge Crime Map

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Village of Ashley Ridge Demographics & Context

Population

Median Income

$39,551

Home Value

$237,918

Median Age

Pop. Density

762/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5%

Graduate Degree 0.3%

Housing

50%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 15.9%

Black 77.8%

Hispanic 6.9%

Asian 0.8%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Ashley Park Index: 159

D+

Westerly Hills Index: 174

C-

Enderly Park Index: 173

West Boulevard Index: 176

Ponderosa / Wingate Index: 172

D-

Reid Park Index: 197

Westover Hills Index: 189

F+

Capitol Drive Index: 198

F+

Village of Ashley Ridge Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Village of Ashley Ridge, Charlotte?

Village of Ashley Ridge in Charlotte, NC has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 171, which is 71% above the national average. Compared to the Charlotte average, crime in Village of Ashley Ridge is 56% higher.

Is Village of Ashley Ridge a safe neighborhood in Charlotte?

Village of Ashley Ridge has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C+. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 195), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 53).

How does Village of Ashley Ridge compare to the rest of Charlotte?

Village of Ashley Ridge's overall crime index is 171, compared to the Charlotte average of 115. This means crime in Village of Ashley Ridge is 56% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 98, and for property crime it is 149. 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 Village of Ashley Ridge?

The most prevalent crime type in Village of Ashley Ridge is Burglary, with a crime index of 195 (95% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are safer neighborhoods near Village of Ashley Ridge?

Nearby neighborhoods include Ashley Park, Westerly Hills, Enderly Park, West Boulevard. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Village of Ashley Ridge?

Village of Ashley Ridge has a population of approximately 16. The median household income is $39,551. The median home value is $237,918. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Village of Ashley Ridge crime compare to the national average?

Village of Ashley Ridge'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 May 2026.