Is Gastonia or Greensboro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Greensboro is safer than Gastonia (Safety Score 7/100 vs 6/100), with a total crime rate of 4,307 per 100,000 versus 4,364 for Gastonia — 1% lower. Gastonia has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Gastonia has a 67% lower rate.
Note: Greensboro is 3.6x 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 Gastonia, NC?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Gastonia | Greensboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,363.7 | 4,306.9 | +56.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 849.5 | 923.7 | -74.3 |
| Murder Rate | 4.7 | 14.1 | -9.4 |
| Rape Rate | 37.6 | 26.3 | +11.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 123.4 | 173.5 | -50.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 683.8 | 709.8 | -26.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,514.2 | 3,383.1 | +131.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 512.3 | 482.4 | +29.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,587.2 | 2,308.2 | +279.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 414.8 | 592.5 | -177.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gastonia or Greensboro safer?
Greensboro is safer with a total crime rate of 4,307 per 100K vs 4,364 for Gastonia — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Gastonia has a violent crime rate of 849.5 per 100K while Greensboro has 923.7. Gastonia has lower violent crime.
About Gastonia, NC
Gastonia, North Carolina, a city with a rich textile history, sits west of Charlotte in Gaston County. Its population of over 80,000 residents reflects a diverse mix of backgrounds. With a safety score of 6/100 and a population coverage of 85,112, Gastonia has a total crime rate of 4,363.7 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.