Moving from Greensboro, NC to Mebane, NC?
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Is Greensboro or Mebane Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Mebane is safer than Greensboro (Safety Score 13/100 vs 7/100), with a total crime rate of 3,518 per 100,000 versus 4,307 for Greensboro — 18% lower. Greensboro has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Mebane has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Greensboro is 14.5x 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?
Greensboro — 5-Year Trend
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Mebane — 5-Year Trend
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Greensboro, NC
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Greensboro | Mebane | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,306.9 | 3,518.2 | +788.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 923.7 | 305.9 | +617.8 |
| Murder Rate | 14.1 | 0.0 | +14.1 |
| Rape Rate | 26.3 | 19.1 | +7.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 173.5 | 33.5 | +140.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 709.8 | 253.4 | +456.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,383.1 | 3,212.2 | +170.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 482.4 | 181.6 | +300.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,308.2 | 2,853.7 | -545.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 592.5 | 176.9 | +415.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Greensboro, NC to Mebane, 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 Mebane safer?
Mebane is safer with a total crime rate of 3,518 per 100K vs 4,307 for Greensboro — a 18% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Greensboro has a violent crime rate of 923.7 per 100K while Mebane has 305.9. Mebane 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 Mebane, NC
Mebane, "Possum Town," is a growing city straddling Alamance and Orange counties. Once a railroad stop, it's now a bedroom community for nearby universities, experiencing a population boom. With a safety score of 13/100 and a population coverage of 20,920, Mebane has a total crime rate of 3,518.2 per 100,000 residents.