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Asheville
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Asheville
#9 in Best Places to Live in Asheville Area
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  • Town in North Carolina
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    Asheville Crime

    Crime & Safety
    C
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Poll
    How safe do you feel in this area?
    Based on 44 responses
    • Pretty safe. There is some crime, but it doesn't impact me much.
      61%
    • Somewhat safe. There is noticeable crime, and there are times I don't feel safe.
      16%
    • Very safe. There is really no crime to speak of.
      14%
    • Not safe. There is a lot of crime, and I regularly don't feel safe.
      9%
    Poll
    How reliable are the police in this area?
    Based on 43 responses
    • The police are very visible and very responsive.
      44%
    • The police are visible, but somehow respond slowly when needed.
      21%
    • Not sure.
      16%
    • The police aren't around much, but are there quickly when you need them.
      9%
    • The police aren't around much, and when you need them, they aren't reliable.
      9%

    Asheville Crime Rates

    Violent Crime Statistics
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    • Assault
      549.8
      282.7
    • Murder
      6.4
      6.1
    • Rape
      69.3
      40.7
    • Robbery
      124.7
      135.5
    Property Crime Statistics
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    • Burglary
      730.9
      500.1
    • Theft
      4,033.9
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      556.5
      284
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