Is North Carolina State University safe? Safety score, rankings & crime data 2026
North Carolina State University: safety score 74/100 (grade B), ranked #30 of 111 in the US — data through 2026-08.
74/100
Grade: B · #30 of 111 in the US
Recorded crimes near campus — last 12 months
Monthly counts of officially recorded crimes within 3 km of North Carolina State University, split by normalised severity. UK data is published monthly by data.police.uk; US, Canadian and Australian cities publish on their own cycles, so recent months may not be final.
| Month | Violent | Property | Minor | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09 | 69 | 131 | 100 | 300 |
| 2025-10 | 68 | 156 | 98 | 322 |
| 2025-11 | 98 | 137 | 120 | 355 |
| 2025-12 | 63 | 100 | 87 | 250 |
| 2026-01 | 92 | 116 | 97 | 305 |
| 2026-02 | 80 | 129 | 86 | 295 |
| 2026-03 | 84 | 121 | 114 | 319 |
| 2026-04 | 83 | 124 | 113 | 320 |
| 2026-05 | 97 | 128 | 115 | 340 |
| 2026-06 | 77 | 130 | 110 | 317 |
| 2026-07 | 81 | 136 | 130 | 347 |
| 2026-08 | 82 | 120 | 103 | 305 |
Latest release: 2026-08 — 305 records in total — violent 82, property 120, minor 103 (-42 vs 2026-07).
Most common types: Assault (34) · Possession of weapons (22) · Other crime (21) · Shoplifting (21) · Theft from vehicle (18)
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FAQs about safety at North Carolina State University
What is North Carolina State University's safety score?
North Carolina State University: 74/100 (grade B), #30 of 111 in the US, computed from 12 months of official records within 3 km of campus and recomputed weekly (data through 2026-08).
How many crimes are recorded near North Carolina State University?
In the 12 months to 2026-08, 3775 crimes were officially recorded within 3 km of North Carolina State University; the latest release month (2026-08) alone had 305 records (82 violent, 120 property, 103 minor).
Is it safe to walk around North Carolina State University at night?
We can only speak from recorded data, not predict any specific street or hour. Check the monthly table above and the street-level map in the free StudySafeLink app along your actual route, and follow common precautions (well-lit main roads, share your trip with family).
How can my family keep track of my safety?
With the free StudySafeLink app you can check in with one tap after class or at night; your bound parent gets an instant notification plus a daily reassurance summary, and Trip Guardian can share your journey status (with your consent) when you head home late.
Data: Raleigh PD. Monthly counts cover the 12 months to 2026-08; official releases may be revised by publishers. This page is for general reference only and is not safety advice. In an emergency always call 911 in the US.