Holly Springs, NC Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Holly Springs Safe?
Yes — Holly Springs is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Holly Springs has a crime rate that is 52% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 552.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 552
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
52% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 78
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
30% lower than national average
Want to know the crime risk at your exact address?
Holly Springs Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
39 | -61% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
75 | -25% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
55 | -45% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
75 | -25% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
61 | -39% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
70 | -30% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Holly Springs Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
See the crime score for a specific address
Holly Springs Crime by Zip Code
Explore crime data for specific Holly Springs zip codes.
Holly Springs Demographics & Context
Racial Demographics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Holly Springs, NC?
Holly Springs, NC has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 52% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 552 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 78 chance for property crime. Holly Springs has lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Holly Springs, NC safe to live in?
Holly Springs is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Holly Springs is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Holly Springs?
The estimated violent crime rate in Holly Springs is 181.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 52% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 552 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.5 per 100K (50% below average); aggravated assault at 104.9 per 100K (61% below average); robbery at 55.5 per 100K (25% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Holly Springs?
The estimated property crime rate in Holly Springs is 1,282.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 30% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 78 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 202.5 per 100K (25% below average); larceny/theft at 855.1 per 100K (39% below average); vehicle theft at 224.4 per 100K (30% below average).
How does Holly Springs crime compare to the national average?
Holly Springs's overall crime rate is 52% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (25% below average), while assault is 61% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Holly Springs has lower crime than 97% of them.
Is Holly Springs safe to visit?
Holly Springs is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 30% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Holly Springs crime compare to the rest of North Carolina?
North Carolina as a whole has crime that is 11% above the national average. Holly Springs's crime rate is 52% below the national average, making it safer the typical North Carolina city.
What type of crime is most common in Holly Springs?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Holly Springs, with an estimated rate of 855.1 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 39% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,282 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (181 per 100K) in Holly Springs, which is consistent with national trends.