Crime Safety Grade

A

Waxhaw, NC Crime Rate

Lower crime than 65% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Waxhaw Safe?

With an overall crime index of 98, Waxhaw has a 2% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 217. 100% of Waxhaw neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 0% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Waxhaw
98
North Carolina Avg
111
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
98
2% below average
Violent Crime
115
15% above average
Property Crime
81
19% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Waxhaw

1 in 217

Property crime: 1 in 309

Where Is It Safe in Waxhaw?

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Waxhaw Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Burglary · 80% above avg
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 79% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 79 ▼ 21%
Assault Violent 154 ▲ 54%
Robbery Violent 112 ▲ 12%
Burglary Property 180 ▲ 80%
Larceny / Theft Property 21 ▼ 79%
Vehicle Theft Property 42 ▼ 58%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Waxhaw Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Triple C Mini Ranches A 98

Waxhaw Crime by Zip Code

28173
A+ Index: 47

Waxhaw Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
16,165
Median Income
$116,964
Home Value
$346,218
Median Rent
$1,409
Home Ownership
84%

Racial Demographics

White
84%
Black
8.3%
Hispanic
4.6%
Asian
4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Waxhaw?
Waxhaw has an overall crime index of 98, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Waxhaw are rated A or B for safety.
Is Waxhaw safe to live in?
Waxhaw 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 Waxhaw?
The safest neighborhoods in Waxhaw based on crime data include Triple C Mini Ranches. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Waxhaw crime compare to the national average?
Waxhaw's overall crime index is 98 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 2% lower than the typical US city.

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