Is Greensboro or Lumberton Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Greensboro is safer than Lumberton (Safety Score 7/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 4,307 per 100,000 versus 11,620 for Lumberton — 63% lower. Greensboro has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Greensboro has a 73% lower rate.
Note: Greensboro is 15.9x 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 MORE DANGEROUS than Greensboro, NC?
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Lumberton — 4-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Greensboro | Lumberton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,306.9 | 11,620.5 | -7,313.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 923.7 | 1,676.5 | -752.8 |
| Murder Rate | 14.1 | 52.4 | -38.3 |
| Rape Rate | 26.3 | 73.4 | -47.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 173.5 | 298.6 | -125.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 709.8 | 1,252.2 | -542.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,383.1 | 9,943.9 | -6,560.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 482.4 | 2,032.8 | -1,550.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,308.2 | 7,099.1 | -4,790.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 592.5 | 812.1 | -219.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Greensboro or Lumberton safer?
Greensboro is safer with a total crime rate of 4,307 per 100K vs 11,620 for Lumberton — a 63% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Greensboro has a violent crime rate of 923.7 per 100K while Lumberton has 1,676.5. Greensboro has lower violent crime.
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.
About Lumberton, NC
Lumberton, the seat of Robeson County, is bisected by the Lumber River. This southeastern North Carolina city has a significant Lumbee Native American population. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 19,087, Lumberton has a total crime rate of 11,620.5 per 100,000 residents.