Wake County, in North Carolina, has a population of more than one million people and includes the state capital, Raleigh, as well as important communities such as Cary, Apex, and Wake Forest.
Although the county is generally considered safe, with a crime rate lower than the national average, there are some places where rates of both violent and property crimes are greater.
How Does Wake County Compare to Other Counties in North Carolina?
Wake County has a lower crime rate than the national average, outperforming other North Carolina counties in terms of safety. Wake County is seventh among the state’s 15 safest cities for violent crime rates, sixth for nonviolent crime rates, and seventh for overall safety.
Wake County has a lower crime rate than similar-sized counties like Mecklenburg and Guilford. Wake County, with a population of more than one million people and a typical household income of $77,000, is known for being a safe and pleasant residential location.
This article will look at the five most dangerous neighborhoods in Wake County, using the most recent crime statistics and maps from CrimeGrade.org.
Eastgate
Located in southeast Raleigh near New Bern Avenue and Trawick Road, with over 3,000 residents and a typical household income of $32,000.
In 2023, Eastgate had the highest violent crime rate in Wake County, with 16.9 offenses per 1,000 persons. Furthermore, the neighborhood had a high property crime rate, with 66.4 property offenses per 1,000 residents in the same year.
Brentwood
Brentwood, located in northeast Raleigh near the intersection of Capital Boulevard and New Hope Church Road, with about 4,000 residents and a median household income of $36,000.
In 2023, Brentwood had the second-highest violent crime rate in Wake County, with 15.8 violent offenses per 1,000 population. Furthermore, the neighborhood had a high property crime rate, with 64.7 property offenses per 1,000 residents in the same year.
Method
Located in west Raleigh near Western Boulevard and Avent Ferry Road, has a population of around 2,000 people and a typical household income of $28,000.
In 2023, Method has the third highest violent crime rate among Wake County communities, with 14.6 violent offenses per 1,000 residents. Furthermore, it has a high property crime rate, with 63.2 offenses per 1,000 residents in the same year.
Hinton
Located in southeast Raleigh near the intersection of Rock Quarry Road and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, has a population of around 3,000 people and a median household income of $30,000.
In 2023, Hinton had the fourth-highest violent crime rate in Wake County, with 13.7 offenses per 1,000 population. Furthermore, the neighborhood had a high property crime rate, with 62.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the same year.
Glenwood Village
Glenwood Village, located in northwest Raleigh near the intersection of Glenwood Avenue and Lead Mine Road, is home to around 2,000 people with a median household income of $45,000. In 2023, it had the fifth-highest violent crime rate in Wake County, with 12.8 offenses per 1,000 population.
Robbery, aggravated assault, and rape are the most commonly committed violent offenses in Glenwood Village. Furthermore, the neighborhood has a high property crime rate, with 61.6 offenses per 1,000 residents in 2023.
Conclusion
Wake County is often regarded as a safe and desirable living environment. However, it is important to note that some neighborhoods in the county have higher crime rates. Using CrimeGrade.org data, we identified the five Wake County communities with the highest levels of both violent and property crime.
These neighborhoods include Eastgate, Brentwood, Method, Hinton, and Glenwood Village. Residents and visitors to these places should exercise caution, be aware of potential hazards, and take all necessary precautions to protect themselves and their belongings.
REFERENCE: crimegrade.org