Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain Neighborhood, Hickory

Last updated: May 19, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe neighborhood — well below-average crime rates

Summary: Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain, Hickory Crime Rate (2026)

Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain in Hickory, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 164, which is 64% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 19, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 164 / 300 High

Violent Crime 156

56% above national avg

Property Crime 100

0% below national avg

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Is Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood is very safe. Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain in Hickory, NC has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 164, which is 64% above the national average of 100.

Compared to the Hickory average (crime index 125), Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain is 39% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 188, 88% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 11). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this neighborhood.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 188 (88% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 11 (89% below avg)

Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Hickory	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	169	+69%	+36%	High
Assault	164	+64%	+33%	High
Robbery	102	+2%	-17%	Moderate
Rape	188	+88%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	124	+24%	+5%	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	11	-89%	-128%	Low
Vehicle Theft	164	+64%	+23%	High

How Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain Compares

Crime index by category: Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain vs Hickory average vs national average.

Crime by Category

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Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain Crime Map

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Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain Demographics & Context

Population

Median Income

$70,642

Home Value

$739,726

Median Age

Pop. Density

227/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.2%

Graduate Degree 9.5%

Housing

80%

20%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.8%

Black 2.3%

Hispanic 2%

Asian 4.6%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Mountain View Index: 69

Green Park Index: 185

Ridgeview Index: 189

West Hickory / Westmont Index: 156

B-

Kenworth Index: 171

C-

Downtown Index: 139

A-

Oakwood / Hillcrest Index: 105

Claremont Index: 152

B+

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Hickory Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain, Hickory?

Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain in Hickory, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 164, which is 64% above the national average. Compared to the Hickory average, crime in Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain is 39% higher.

Is Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain a safe neighborhood in Hickory?

Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hickory, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 188), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 11).

How does Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain compare to the rest of Hickory?

Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain's overall crime index is 164, compared to the Hickory average of 125. This means crime in Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain is 39% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 156, and for property crime it is 100. 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 Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain?

The most prevalent crime type in Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain is Rape, with a crime index of 188 (88% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are safer neighborhoods near Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain?

Nearby neighborhoods with good safety ratings include Mountain View, West Hickory / Westmont, Downtown and Oakwood / Hillcrest. These areas are close to Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain and offer lower crime rates, making them worth considering for residents who prioritize safety.

What are the demographics of Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain?

Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain has a population of approximately 9. The median household income is $70,642. The median home value is $739,726. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain crime compare to the national average?

Howards Reach At Bakers Mountain's overall crime rate is 64% above the national average (index 164 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.