Crime Safety Grade

A

Hendersonville, NC Crime Rate

Lower crime than 70% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Hendersonville Safe?

With an overall crime index of 92, Hendersonville has a 8% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 284. 100% of Hendersonville neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 0% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Hendersonville
92
North Carolina Avg
111
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
92
8% below average
Violent Crime
88
12% below average
Property Crime
65
35% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Hendersonville

1 in 284

Property crime: 1 in 385

Where Is It Safe in Hendersonville?

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Hendersonville Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 22% above avg
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 54% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 67 ▼ 33%
Assault Violent 122 ▲ 22%
Robbery Violent 75 ▼ 25%
Burglary Property 98 ▼ 2%
Larceny / Theft Property 46 ▼ 54%
Vehicle Theft Property 52 ▼ 48%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Hendersonville Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Champion Hills A+ 92

Hendersonville Crime by Zip Code

28739
A+ Index: 103
28791
A Index: 94
28792
A Index: 117

Hendersonville Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
14,020
Median Income
$41,185
Home Value
$205,475
Median Rent
$943
Home Ownership
44%

Racial Demographics

White
86.6%
Black
3.6%
Hispanic
11.5%
Asian
1.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Hendersonville?
Hendersonville has an overall crime index of 92, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Hendersonville are rated A or B for safety.
Is Hendersonville safe to live in?
Hendersonville 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 Hendersonville?
The safest neighborhoods in Hendersonville based on crime data include Champion Hills. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Hendersonville crime compare to the national average?
Hendersonville's overall crime index is 92 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 8% lower than the typical US city.

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