Is Goldsboro or Greensboro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Greensboro is safer than Goldsboro (Safety Score 7/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 4,307 per 100,000 versus 6,940 for Goldsboro — 38% lower. Goldsboro has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Greensboro has a 68% lower rate.
Note: Greensboro is 9.1x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Goldsboro — 5-Year Trend
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Greensboro — 5-Year Trend
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Goldsboro, NC
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Goldsboro | Greensboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 6,940.0 | 4,306.9 | +2,633.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,076.4 | 923.7 | +152.7 |
| Murder Rate | 44.9 | 14.1 | +30.7 |
| Rape Rate | 29.9 | 26.3 | +3.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 182.4 | 173.5 | +8.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 819.3 | 709.8 | +109.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 5,863.5 | 3,383.1 | +2,480.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 980.7 | 482.4 | +498.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 4,559.9 | 2,308.2 | +2,251.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 322.9 | 592.5 | -269.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Goldsboro or Greensboro safer?
Greensboro is safer with a total crime rate of 4,307 per 100K vs 6,940 for Goldsboro — a 38% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Goldsboro has a violent crime rate of 1,076.4 per 100K while Greensboro has 923.7. Greensboro has lower violent crime.
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.
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.