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Oak Island, North Carolina

Looking east down the beach

The safety picture

Start with the overall picture, then look at the details that matter for daily life.

Violent Crime
91 per 100k

Excellent

Property Crime
1,088 per 100k

Very Good

Weather and natural risks

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Natural Disaster Risk
High
Flood Risk
High
Wildfire Risk
Moderate
Storm Risk
High
Heat Risk
Moderate
Drought Risk
Low
Sources & methodology

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