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

C+

Overall Crime Grade™

Violent Crime Grade	B-
Property Crime Grade	B-
Other Crime Grade	C

Which crimes are included?

$9.79 million

Cost of Crime™ for Mount Holly, NC

In 2025, crime will cost $850 per household.

More cost data

Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in Mount Holly 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 Mount Holly, NC Safe?

The C+ grade indicates that the rate of crime is about the same as that of the average US city. Mount Holly ranks in the 53rd percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 53% of cities but less safe than 47%. This analysis applies only to Mount Holly's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby cities.

The crime rate in Mount Holly is 22.90 per 1,000 residents in the typical year. Mount Holly Residents generally consider the north part of the city to be the safest. Your chance of being a victim of crime in Mount Holly varies by neighborhood - ranging from 1 in 27 in the southeast neighborhoods to 1 in 68 in the north.

When looking at total crime counts (rather than per capita rates), the southwest parts of Mount Holly, NC see the most incidents - about 132 per year. In contrast, the southeast part of the city has the fewest, with approximately 7 crimes annually.

The Cost of Crime™ in Mount Holly, NC

The total projected cost of crime in Mount Holly for 2025 is $9,794,357. This translates to approximately $351 per resident and $850 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 0.9% of the median household income in Mount Holly. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:

Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 55.8%
Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 32.1%
Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 12.1%

How Much Does Crime Cost in Mount Holly Compared to Other Cities?

Mount Holly, NC:	$351
Enfield, NC:	$1641
St. James, NC:	$251
North Carolina:	$538
USA:	$464

The Cost of Crime per resident in Mount Holly is $351 per year, which is $113 less than the national average and $187 less than North Carolina's state average. Below we compare cities similar to Mount Holly:

In Enfield, NC, crime costs $1,641 per person, which is $1,291 more than in Mount Holly.
In St. James, NC, crime costs $251 per person, which is $100 less than in Mount Holly

2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime

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

Crime	Cost to Mount Holly	Cost per Mount Holly Resident
Murder	$2.72 million	$97
Rape/Sexual Assault	$838,993	$30
Robbery	$327,490	$12
Assault	$1.30 million	$46
Kidnapping	$324,795	$12
Vehicle Theft	$812,036	$29
Burglary	$552,319	$20
Theft	$1.02 million	$36
Arson	$81,268	$3
Vandalism	$670,224	$24
Animal Cruelty	$10,073	$0
Drug Crimes	$1.10 million	$39
Identity Theft	$51,178	$2
Total Cost of Crime	$9,794,357	$351

The Intangible Cost of Crime in Mount Holly, 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 Mount Holly totals $22,504,458 ($806 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $32,298,816 ($1,157 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 Mount Holly 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 west part of the city has more 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, of which Mount Holly has 3, have the same problem. Of Mount Holly’s 27,916 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 Mount Holly, NC at ISP Reports.

Mount Holly 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 Mount Holly residents in a standard year.

Violent Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Assault	1.618
Robbery	0.3730
Rape	0.4957
Murder	0.0518
Total Violent Crime	2.539 (B-)

Property Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Theft	7.035
Vehicle Theft	1.878
Burglary	2.181
Arson	0.1205
Total Property Crime	11.22 (B-)

Other Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Kidnapping	0.1919
Drug Crimes	5.304
Vandalism	3.361
Identity Theft	0.2369
Animal Cruelty	0.0488
Total "Other" Rate	9.142 (C)

Individual Mount Holly Crime Maps & Stats

Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Cities

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

Nearby City	Overall Crime Grade	Violent Crime Grade	Property Crime Grade
McAdenville, NC	B-	C+	B
Lowell, NC	F	D-	F
Mariposa, NC	C-	D-	B-
Stanley, NC	C-	B	C
Belmont, NC	B-	B+	B
Cramerton, NC	C+	B-	B
Ranlo, NC	B-	B-	B-
Alexis, NC	C-	B	C-
Dallas, NC	B-	B-	B-
Gastonia, NC	D-	D	D-

Crime Maps and Rates for City with Similar Populations

Mount Holly 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
Round Lake Beach, IL	B-	B+	B+
Lemon Grove, CA	D	D	D
Lewes, DE	C	B	B
Logansport, IN	C+	B-	B-
Loma Linda, CA	D+	D+	D+
Maitland, FL	B	C+	C+
Mandan, ND	C+	B	B
Ridgeland, MS	B-	A	A
Riverbank, CA	B-	D+	D+
Roanoke, TX	B-	C	C

Considering only the crime rate, Mount Holly is safer than the North Carolina state average and safer than the national average.

Safety and school performance are separate topics, but both shape moving decisions. Using SchoolGrade data, schools in Mount Holly, NC average SchoolGrade of A-, with 56% actual proficiency versus 45% projected; overall, schools greatly exceed expectations. See Mount Holly 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 13 hours 42 minutes in Mount Holly. Want to protect your home?

Home Security Companies in Mount Holly, 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.