Moving from Greensboro, NC to Matthews, NC?
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Is Greensboro or Matthews Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Matthews is safer than Greensboro (Safety Score 22/100 vs 7/100), with a total crime rate of 2,839 per 100,000 versus 4,307 for Greensboro — 34% lower. Greensboro has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Matthews has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Greensboro is 9.7x 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 Greensboro, NC?
Greensboro — 5-Year Trend
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Matthews — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Greensboro | Matthews | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,306.9 | 2,838.8 | +1,468.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 923.7 | 184.6 | +739.2 |
| Murder Rate | 14.1 | 0.0 | +14.1 |
| Rape Rate | 26.3 | 19.1 | +7.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 173.5 | 63.7 | +109.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 709.8 | 101.8 | +608.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,383.1 | 2,654.2 | +728.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 482.4 | 350.1 | +132.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,308.2 | 2,119.5 | +188.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 592.5 | 184.6 | +407.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Greensboro, NC to Matthews, NC?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Greensboro or Matthews safer?
Matthews is safer with a total crime rate of 2,839 per 100K vs 4,307 for Greensboro — a 34% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Greensboro has a violent crime rate of 923.7 per 100K while Matthews has 184.6. Matthews 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 Matthews, NC
Matthews, a Charlotte suburb, was once a thriving cotton community. Located in southeastern Mecklenburg County, it's home to a diverse population of over 30,000 residents. With a safety score of 22/100 and a population coverage of 31,422, Matthews has a total crime rate of 2,838.8 per 100,000 residents.