Crime Safety Grade

B

Raleigh, NC Crime Rate

Higher crime than 61% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 19+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Raleigh Safe?

With an overall crime index of 120, Raleigh has a 20% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 216. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Glenwood earning an A grade while Central Raleigh rates D+.

Crime Index Comparison

Raleigh
120
North Carolina Avg
111
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
120
20% above average
Violent Crime
116
16% above average
Property Crime
120
20% above average
Safe Areas
79%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Raleigh

1 in 216

Property crime: 1 in 208

Where Is It Safe in Raleigh?

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Raleigh Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 28% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 5% above avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 121 ▲ 21%
Assault Violent 120 ▲ 20%
Robbery Violent 105 ▲ 5%
Burglary Property 105 ▲ 5%
Larceny / Theft Property 128 ▲ 28%
Vehicle Theft Property 125 ▲ 25%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Raleigh Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Glenwood A 76
2 Wakefield Plantation A 63
3 Five Points A 118
4 Wade A 121
5 Midtown Raleigh A 92
6 Hillsborough A 81
7 Forestville A 65
8 North Raleigh A- 83
9 Northwest Raleigh A- 89
10 Northeast Raleigh A- 87
11 Southeast Raleigh B+ 98
12 Atlantic B 147
13 Mordecai B 163
14 West Raleigh B- 158
15 Southwest Raleigh B- 164
16 East Raleigh C 156
17 South Central Raleigh C- 149
18 North Central Raleigh D+ 183
19 Central Raleigh D+ 178

Raleigh Crime by Zip Code

27614
A+ Index: 32
27608
A Index: 100
27613
A Index: 56
27615
A Index: 66
27617
A Index: 72
27605
A Index: 170
27607
A Index: 96
27612
A- Index: 110
27616
A- Index: 73
27609
A- Index: 109
27603
B+ Index: 123
27606
B+ Index: 121
27604
B+ Index: 119
27610
B Index: 115
27601
D- Index: 196

Raleigh Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
1,073,800
Median Income
$69,720
Home Value
$266,727
Median Rent
$1,175
Home Ownership
52%

Racial Demographics

White
57.5%
Black
27.6%
Hispanic
12.1%
Asian
5.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Raleigh?
Raleigh has an overall crime index of 120, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 79% of neighborhoods in Raleigh are rated A or B for safety.
Is Raleigh safe to live in?
Raleigh 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 Raleigh?
The safest neighborhoods in Raleigh based on crime data include Glenwood, Wakefield Plantation, Five Points, Wade, and Midtown Raleigh. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Raleigh crime compare to the national average?
Raleigh's overall crime index is 120 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 20% higher than the typical US city.

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