Crime Safety Grade

B+

Gastonia, NC Crime Rate

Higher crime than 93% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Gastonia Safe?

With an overall crime index of 160, Gastonia has a 60% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 309. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Oakland earning an A+ grade while Highland rates B+.

Crime Index Comparison

Gastonia
160
North Carolina Avg
111
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
160
60% above average
Violent Crime
81
19% below average
Property Crime
136
36% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Gastonia

1 in 309

Property crime: 1 in 184

Where Is It Safe in Gastonia?

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Gastonia Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 51% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 100% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 138 ▲ 38%
Assault Violent 0 ▼ 100%
Robbery Violent 106 ▲ 6%
Burglary Property 114 ▲ 14%
Larceny / Theft Property 142 ▲ 42%
Vehicle Theft Property 151 ▲ 51%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Gastonia Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Oakland A+ 118
2 Loray Village A- 175
3 Highland B+ 168
4 Downtown Gastonia B+ 178

Gastonia Crime by Zip Code

28056
A Index: 75
28054
A Index: 113
28052
A- Index: 133

Gastonia Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
184,902
Median Income
$50,266
Home Value
$161,280
Median Rent
$902
Home Ownership
55%

Racial Demographics

White
63.1%
Black
25.3%
Hispanic
9.7%
Asian
1.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Gastonia?
Gastonia has an overall crime index of 160, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Gastonia are rated A or B for safety.
Is Gastonia safe to live in?
Gastonia 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 Gastonia?
The safest neighborhoods in Gastonia based on crime data include Oakland, Loray Village, Highland, and Downtown Gastonia. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Gastonia crime compare to the national average?
Gastonia's overall crime index is 160 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 60% higher than the typical US city.

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