Is Greensboro or Pineville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Greensboro is safer than Pineville (Safety Score 7/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 4,307 per 100,000 versus 9,479 for Pineville — 55% lower. Greensboro has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Pineville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Greensboro is 26.9x 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 SAFER than Greensboro, NC?
Greensboro — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Greensboro | Pineville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,306.9 | 9,479.3 | -5,172.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 923.7 | 723.7 | +200.0 |
| Murder Rate | 14.1 | 0.0 | +14.1 |
| Rape Rate | 26.3 | 26.5 | -0.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 173.5 | 194.2 | -20.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 709.8 | 503.1 | +206.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,383.1 | 8,755.5 | -5,372.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 482.4 | 1,156.2 | -673.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,308.2 | 6,752.0 | -4,443.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 592.5 | 847.3 | -254.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Greensboro or Pineville safer?
Greensboro is safer with a total crime rate of 4,307 per 100K vs 9,479 for Pineville — a 55% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Greensboro has a violent crime rate of 923.7 per 100K while Pineville has 723.7. Pineville 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 Pineville, NC
Pineville, NC, a southern Mecklenburg County town, hosts the President James K. Polk State Historic Site. This suburban community, bordering South Carolina, grew significantly after the construction of I-77. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 11,330, Pineville has a total crime rate of 9,479.3 per 100,000 residents.