Jacksonville, NC crime snapshot: safety grade A, violent crime rate 1.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 1.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
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Jacksonville, NC shows good safety standards with a A rating. While some crime exists, the area maintains reasonable safety levels for most residents.
With property crimes being more prevalent (47.4% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.
The relatively low crime count of 209 incidents suggests Jacksonville maintains good community safety standards.
Jacksonville demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US3734200, a detailed analysis reveals several key trends. The total crime count is 209 incidents. Assault is the most prevalent crime category, accounting for 92 incidents, all classified as "Assault Offenses." Property crime follows with 99 incidents, broken down into "Burglary/Breaking & Entering" (4), "Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property" (25), "Motor Vehicle Theft" (1), "Stolen Property Offenses" (9), and "Larceny/Theft Offenses" (60). Robbery is relatively low, with only 5 incidents, all categorized as "Robbery." The "others" category includes 13 incidents, comprising "Arson" (1), "Counterfeiting/Forgery" (1), "Fraud Offenses" (10), and "Embezzlement" (1). The high incidence of larceny and vandalism within property crimes suggests a need for increased preventative measures targeting theft and property damage. The significant number of assault offenses indicates a potential issue with interpersonal violence that warrants further investigation and targeted intervention strategies. The relatively low numbers in robbery, arson, counterfeiting, and embezzlement suggest these are less pressing concerns in this specific area.
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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 Jacksonville, NC.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
Combine this crime report with the market overview for Jacksonville, NC and the school report linked in the “Related analysis” section to assess both safety and investment fundamentals.
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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