Is Asheville or Greensboro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Greensboro is safer than Asheville (Safety Score 7/100 vs 5/100), with a total crime rate of 4,307 per 100,000 versus 4,691 for Asheville — 8% lower. Asheville has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Asheville has a 35% lower rate.
Note: Greensboro is 3.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Asheville, NC?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Asheville | Greensboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,691.3 | 4,306.9 | +384.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 796.1 | 923.7 | -127.7 |
| Murder Rate | 12.6 | 14.1 | -1.5 |
| Rape Rate | 86.1 | 26.3 | +59.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 113.4 | 173.5 | -60.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 583.9 | 709.8 | -125.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,895.2 | 3,383.1 | +512.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 601.8 | 482.4 | +119.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,956.3 | 2,308.2 | +648.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 337.1 | 592.5 | -255.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Asheville or Greensboro safer?
Greensboro is safer with a total crime rate of 4,307 per 100K vs 4,691 for Asheville — a 8% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Asheville has a violent crime rate of 796.1 per 100K while Greensboro has 923.7. Asheville has lower violent crime.
About Asheville, NC
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville is a vibrant city known for its arts scene and the historic Biltmore Estate. Its population, predominantly white, enjoys a unique blend of Appalachian heritage and progressive culture. With a safety score of 5/100 and a population coverage of 95,219, Asheville has a total crime rate of 4,691.3 per 100,000 residents.
About Greensboro, NC
Greensboro, a city in North Carolina's Piedmont Triad, was the site of the 1960 Woolworth's lunch counter sit-in. It's a diverse community with a population of over 299,000 residents. With a safety score of 7/100 and a population coverage of 304,306, Greensboro has a total crime rate of 4,306.9 per 100,000 residents.