Crime Safety Grade

A

Davidson, NC Crime Rate

Lower crime than 99% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Davidson Safe?

With an overall crime index of 21, Davidson has a 79% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 926. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like River Run earning an A+ grade while River Run rates A+.

Crime Index Comparison

Davidson
21
North Carolina Avg
111
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
21
79% below average
Violent Crime
27
73% below average
Property Crime
33
67% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Davidson

1 in 926

Property crime: 1 in 758

Where Is It Safe in Davidson?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
River Run
A+
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Davidson Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 60% below avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 86% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 26 ▼ 74%
Assault Violent 14 ▼ 86%
Robbery Violent 40 ▼ 60%
Burglary Property 22 ▼ 78%
Larceny / Theft Property 39 ▼ 61%
Vehicle Theft Property 38 ▼ 62%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Davidson Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 River Run A+ 21

Davidson Crime by Zip Code

28036
A Index: 59

Davidson Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
12,920
Median Income
$131,144
Home Value
$441,333
Median Rent
$1,297
Home Ownership
80%

Racial Demographics

White
83.7%
Black
8.4%
Hispanic
5%
Asian
3.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Davidson?
Davidson has an overall crime index of 21, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Davidson are rated A or B for safety.
Is Davidson safe to live in?
Davidson has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Davidson?
The safest neighborhoods in Davidson based on crime data include River Run. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Davidson crime compare to the national average?
Davidson's overall crime index is 21 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 79% lower than the typical US city.

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