Is Alexandria or Goldsboro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Goldsboro is safer than Alexandria (Safety Score 1/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 6,940 per 100,000 versus 9,310 for Alexandria — 25% lower. Alexandria has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Goldsboro has a 60% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Alexandria, LA?
Alexandria — 5-Year Trend
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Goldsboro — 5-Year Trend
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Alexandria, LA
Goldsboro, NC
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Alexandria | Goldsboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 9,309.9 | 6,940.0 | +2,369.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 2,713.5 | 1,076.4 | +1,637.1 |
| Murder Rate | 37.3 | 44.9 | -7.6 |
| Rape Rate | 123.5 | 29.9 | +93.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 163.0 | 182.4 | -19.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 2,389.8 | 819.3 | +1,570.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 6,596.3 | 5,863.5 | +732.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 868.8 | 980.7 | -111.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 5,208.1 | 4,559.9 | +648.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 519.4 | 322.9 | +196.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Alexandria or Goldsboro safer?
Goldsboro is safer with a total crime rate of 6,940 per 100K vs 9,310 for Alexandria — a 25% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Alexandria has a violent crime rate of 2,713.5 per 100K while Goldsboro has 1,076.4. Goldsboro has lower violent crime.
About Alexandria, LA
Alexandria, bisected by the Red River, is a Central Louisiana hub with a rich timber industry history. This parish seat serves a diverse population across Rapides Parish. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 42,933, Alexandria has a total crime rate of 9,309.9 per 100,000 residents.
About Goldsboro, NC
Goldsboro, NC, a city in Wayne County, is home to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base. Historically, it was a significant railway hub in eastern North Carolina. Its population is around 35,000. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 33,444, Goldsboro has a total crime rate of 6,940.0 per 100,000 residents.