Crime Safety Grade

A

Matthews, NC Crime Rate

Lower crime than 93% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Matthews Safe?

With an overall crime index of 51, Matthews has a 49% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 313. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Providence Estates East earning an A+ grade while Marshbrooke rates B+.

Crime Index Comparison

Matthews
51
North Carolina Avg
111
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
51
49% below average
Violent Crime
80
20% below average
Property Crime
84
16% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Matthews

1 in 313

Property crime: 1 in 298

Where Is It Safe in Matthews?

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Matthews Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 10% above avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 38% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 62 ▼ 38%
Assault Violent 68 ▼ 32%
Robbery Violent 110 ▲ 10%
Burglary Property 82 ▼ 18%
Larceny / Theft Property 92 ▼ 8%
Vehicle Theft Property 78 ▼ 22%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Matthews Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Providence Estates East A+ 11
2 Downtown Matthews A- 71
3 Marshbrooke B+ 71

Matthews Crime by Zip Code

28104
A+ Index: 50
28105
A Index: 40

Matthews Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
32,682
Median Income
$89,881
Home Value
$283,457
Median Rent
$1,350
Home Ownership
69%

Racial Demographics

White
77.1%
Black
11.5%
Hispanic
7.4%
Asian
5.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Matthews?
Matthews has an overall crime index of 51, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Matthews are rated A or B for safety.
Is Matthews safe to live in?
Matthews 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 Matthews?
The safest neighborhoods in Matthews based on crime data include Providence Estates East, Downtown Matthews, and Marshbrooke. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Matthews crime compare to the national average?
Matthews's overall crime index is 51 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 49% lower than the typical US city.

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