Moving from Greensboro, NC to Morrisville, NC?
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Is Greensboro or Morrisville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Morrisville is safer than Greensboro (Safety Score 28/100 vs 7/100), with a total crime rate of 2,533 per 100,000 versus 4,307 for Greensboro — 41% lower. Greensboro has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Morrisville has a 89% lower rate.
Note: Greensboro is 9.4x 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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Morrisville — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Greensboro | Morrisville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,306.9 | 2,532.8 | +1,774.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 923.7 | 99.0 | +824.8 |
| Murder Rate | 14.1 | 3.1 | +11.0 |
| Rape Rate | 26.3 | 6.2 | +20.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 173.5 | 30.9 | +142.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 709.8 | 58.8 | +651.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,383.1 | 2,433.8 | +949.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 482.4 | 151.5 | +330.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,308.2 | 2,099.8 | +208.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 592.5 | 182.5 | +410.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Greensboro, NC to Morrisville, 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 Morrisville safer?
Morrisville is safer with a total crime rate of 2,533 per 100K vs 4,307 for Greensboro — a 41% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Greensboro has a violent crime rate of 923.7 per 100K while Morrisville has 99.0. Morrisville 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 Morrisville, NC
Morrisville, a rapidly growing suburb in Wake County, was once a stop along the North Carolina Railroad. Its location near Research Triangle Park has attracted a diverse, educated population. With a safety score of 28/100 and a population coverage of 32,336, Morrisville has a total crime rate of 2,532.8 per 100,000 residents.