Garner, NC has safety grade D, a population of about 30,345, an overall crime rate near 2,630 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether Garner, NC is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Garner, NC for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Garner, NC Crime Rate and Safety Report
Garner, NC crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 7.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 17.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
D
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
7.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
The area has very low safety standards with a D+ rating. Residents should be aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.
Safety Recommendations
With property crimes being more prevalent (65.8% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.
Trend Analysis
With 798 total incidents, Garner shows moderate crime activity. The primary concern is property crime.
Comparison Insights
Garner demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Garner, NC Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US3725480, a detailed analysis reveals several key trends. Property crime is the most prevalent category, accounting for 525 out of the 798 total incidents. Within property crime, larceny/theft offenses are the most frequent, with 369 incidents, followed by stolen property offenses (91 incidents) and destruction/damage/vandalism of property (30 incidents). Burglary/breaking & entering accounts for 26 incidents, while motor vehicle theft is relatively low, with only 9 incidents. Assault is the second most common crime category, with 179 incidents, all classified as assault offenses. The "others" category includes a variety of offenses, totaling 59 incidents. Fraud offenses are the most common within this category (37 incidents), followed by embezzlement (18 incidents). Other offenses in this category, such as counterfeiting/forgery, extortion/blackmail, arson, and bribery, are relatively rare, each with only 1 incident. Robbery accounts for 20 incidents, all classified as robbery. Sex offenses are relatively low, with 14 incidents. Kidnapping/abduction accounts for 7 incidents, and sex offenses account for 7 incidents. Homicide is the least frequent crime, with only 1 incident classified as a homicide offense. To provide a more comprehensive analysis, additional information is needed, such as the city and state associated with GEOID 16000US3725480, the population of the area, median income, crime rate per 100k, safety score, safety grade, violent crime rate, property crime rate, crime map data, and zip codes data. Without this information, it is difficult to provide a complete picture of the crime situation in the area.
Garner, NC crime map
Crime Map
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Safest Zip Codes
High Crime Zip Codes
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Safety190.1
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Total Crimes27982
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Total Crimes27968
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FAQ about crime in Garner, NC
Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.
The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Garner, NC.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
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Data sources & further reading
PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.
Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.
Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.
Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.
Housing affordability, fair-market rents, and market reports from HUD.
Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.
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