The Safest and Most Dangerous Places in Leechville, NC: Crime Maps and Statistics

Overall Crime Grade™

Violent Crime Grade	D-
Property Crime Grade	C-
Other Crime Grade	D-

Which crimes are included?

$120,597

Cost of Crime™ for Leechville, NC

In 2025, crime will cost $1,819 per household.

More cost data

Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in Leechville in green, the most dangerous in red, and moderately safe areas in yellow. Crime rates on the map are weighted based on both the type and severity of the crime. For more information on how to interpret our crime maps, see the Interpreting the Crime Maps section below.

Is Leechville, NC Safe?

The D grade indicates that the rate of crime is higher than that of the average US city. Leechville ranks in the 18th percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 18% of cities but less safe than 82%. This analysis applies only to Leechville's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby cities.

The crime rate in Leechville is 39.68 per 1,000 residents in the typical year. Leechville Residents generally consider the northwest part of the city to be the safest. Your chance of being a victim of crime in Leechville varies by neighborhood - ranging from 1 in 25 in the west neighborhoods to 1 in 27 in the northwest.

When looking at total crime counts (rather than per capita rates), the east parts of Leechville, NC see the most incidents - about 4 per year. In contrast, the southwest part of the city has the fewest, with approximately 0 crimes annually.

The Cost of Crime™ in Leechville, NC

The total projected cost of crime in Leechville for 2025 is $120,597. This translates to approximately $744 per resident and $1,819 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 2.2% of the median household income in Leechville. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:

Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 50.8%
Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 37.3%
Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 11.8%

How Much Does Crime Cost in Leechville Compared to Other Cities?

Leechville, NC:	$744
Enfield, NC:	$1641
St. James, NC:	$251
North Carolina:	$538
USA:	$464

The Cost of Crime per resident in Leechville is $744 per year, which is $280 more than the national average and $207 more than North Carolina's state average. Below we compare cities similar to Leechville:

In Enfield, NC, crime costs $1,641 per person, which is $897 more than in Leechville.
In St. James, NC, crime costs $251 per person, which is $494 less than in Leechville

2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime

The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of Leechville for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.

Crime	Cost to Leechville	Cost per Leechville Resident
Murder	$48,042	$297
Rape/Sexual Assault	$4,940	$30
Robbery	$3,142	$19
Assault	$25,385	$157
Kidnapping	$987	$6
Vehicle Theft	$1,801	$11
Burglary	$7,547	$47
Theft	$9,089	$56
Arson	$969	$6
Vandalism	$11,106	$69
Animal Cruelty	$94	$1
Drug Crimes	$6,883	$42
Identity Theft	$613	$4
Total Cost of Crime	$120,597	$744

The Intangible Cost of Crime in Leechville, NC

CrimeGrade primarily focuses on tangible costs, but the true impact of crime extends beyond economic. Pain and suffering for victims and their families are difficult to quantify, but research-based methodologies help estimate these effects. Using these methodologies, we calculate that the intangible cost of crime in Leechville totals $349,420 ($2,157 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $470,017 ($2,901 per resident). All Cost of Crime facts are based on scholarly research done on the cost of crime. Read more about our methodology here.

Interpreting the Crime Maps

When interpreting the Leechville crime map, keep in mind that crime rates are measured per resident. Areas with high visitor traffic, such as shopping districts, may appear to have higher crime rates simply because more crimes occur where people gather - even if few residents live there. For example, the city has few retail establishments, which can artificially inflate crime rates in that area. Red areas on the map do not necessarily mean a neighborhood is unsafe for residents.

More issues arise with places like airports, parks, and schools. Major airports always look like high-crime locations due to the large number of people and the low population nearby. Parks and designated recreational areas have the same problem. Of Leechville’s 162 residents, few live near recreational areas. Because many people visit, crime rates may appear higher even for safe parks. Crime occurs where people gather, whether they live there or not. Before assuming an area is unsafe, consider both per-capita crime rates and total crime counts, as well as the types of destinations nearby.

To better understand and navigate these intricate crime maps, a high-speed internet connection can be crucial. Fast and seamless online connectivity ensures that map details load efficiently, providing users with clearer, uninterrupted insights. If you're considering enhancing your online experience, check out high speed internet in Leechville, NC at ISP Reports.

Leechville Crime Breakdown

The tables below show which crimes are used to calculate the Crime Grades above. All crime rates are shown as the number of crimes per 1,000 Leechville residents in a standard year.

Violent Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Assault	5.456
Robbery	0.6166
Rape	0.5029
Murder	0.1578
Total Violent Crime	6.734 (D-)

Property Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Theft	10.83
Vehicle Theft	0.7178
Burglary	5.136
Arson	0.2476
Total Property Crime	16.93 (C-)

Other Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Kidnapping	0.1005
Drug Crimes	5.744
Vandalism	9.596
Identity Theft	0.4891
Animal Cruelty	0.0785
Total "Other" Rate	16.01 (D-)

Individual Leechville Crime Maps & Stats

Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Cities

Compared to surrounding cities, the rate of crime in Leechville is similar. The table below shows Crime Grades for cities close to Leechville.

Nearby City	Overall Crime Grade	Violent Crime Grade	Property Crime Grade
Ponzer, NC	A-	B-	A+
Belhaven, NC	D-	F	D+
Scranton, NC	D-	D+	D-
Winsteadville, NC	D	D	D+
Pungo, NC	D	C-	D
Pantego, NC	D	D+	D
Yeatesville, NC	C-	B+	D+
Ransomville, NC	D+	D	D+
Pike Road, NC	F	D-	F
Rose Bay, NC	F	F	F

Crime Maps and Rates for City with Similar Populations

Leechville is similar versus other cities of the same size for crime. The table below compares crime in cities with comparable overall population in the city‘s boundaries.

Similar City	Overall Crime Grade	Violent Crime Grade	Property Crime Grade
Selma, IA	D	C+	C+
Maryneal, TX	D-	D	D
Mason City, WA	D-	D+	D+
Masonville, WV	B	A-	A-
Maurine, SD	D	D	D
May Valley, CO	F	D-	D-
Rustad, MN	A-	A+	A+
Sabinal, NM	D-	D-	D-
Sag Bridge, IL	A+	A	A
San Isabel, CO	D-	D+	D+

Considering only the crime rate, Leechville is as safe as the North Carolina state average and less safe than the national average.

Safety and school performance are separate topics, but both shape moving decisions. Using SchoolGrade data, schools in Leechville, NC average SchoolGrade of C, with 35% actual proficiency versus 35% projected; overall, schools meet expectations. See Leechville schools on SchoolGrade

About the Data

CrimeGrade.org provides highly detailed and accurate crime data, used by insurance companies, home security firms, and other industries. Our data is available for licensing—learn more about our USA crime data and licensing.

Crime By Zip Code Download

Our proprietary data is available for download by zip code or by state in a CSV Flat File. Please visit our download page for pricing and terms.

Download CSV

Home Security

A crime occurs on average every 34 days 22 hours in Leechville. Want to protect your home?

Home Security Companies in Leechville, NC

All maps and statistics above are projections, not certainties, and provided without guarantee free of charge. Verify all info before making any decisions based on the data.