Is Crossville or Nashville Metro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Crossville is safer than Nashville Metro (Safety Score 16/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 3,232 per 100,000 versus 5,634 for Nashville Metro — 43% lower. Crossville has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Crossville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Nashville Metro is 54.4x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Crossville — 5-Year Trend
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Crossville, TN
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Crossville | Nashville Metro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,231.6 | 5,633.6 | -2,402.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 646.3 | 1,124.1 | -477.7 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 14.6 | -14.6 |
| Rape Rate | 85.7 | 72.0 | +13.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 31.2 | 154.9 | -123.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 529.5 | 882.6 | -353.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,585.3 | 4,509.5 | -1,924.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 506.2 | 442.5 | +63.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,907.8 | 3,344.4 | -1,436.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 171.3 | 722.6 | -551.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Crossville or Nashville Metro safer?
Crossville is safer with a total crime rate of 3,232 per 100K vs 5,634 for Nashville Metro — a 43% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Crossville has a violent crime rate of 646.3 per 100K while Nashville Metro has 1,124.1. Crossville has lower violent crime.
About Crossville, TN
Crossville, the "Golf Capital of Tennessee," sits atop the Cumberland Plateau. This city of just over 12,000 residents is home to the historic Cumberland County Playhouse. With a safety score of 16/100 and a population coverage of 12,842, Crossville has a total crime rate of 3,231.6 per 100,000 residents.
About Nashville Metro, TN
Nashville Metro, the "Music City," is home to the Grand Ole Opry and a growing population of over 700,000 across Davidson County. Situated on the Cumberland River, it serves as a major transportation hub and cultural center in Middle Tennessee. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 698,987, Nashville Metro has a total crime rate of 5,633.6 per 100,000 residents.