Is Greensboro or Smithfield Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Smithfield is safer than Greensboro (Safety Score 8/100 vs 7/100), with a total crime rate of 4,054 per 100,000 versus 4,307 for Greensboro — 6% lower. Greensboro has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Smithfield has a 64% lower rate.
Note: Greensboro is 23.7x 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 MORE DANGEROUS than Greensboro, NC?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Greensboro | Smithfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,306.9 | 4,053.8 | +253.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 923.7 | 490.2 | +433.5 |
| Murder Rate | 14.1 | 7.8 | +6.4 |
| Rape Rate | 26.3 | 7.8 | +18.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 173.5 | 62.3 | +111.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 709.8 | 412.4 | +297.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,383.1 | 3,563.7 | -180.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 482.4 | 334.6 | +147.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,308.2 | 3,019.0 | -710.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 592.5 | 210.1 | +382.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Greensboro or Smithfield safer?
Smithfield is safer with a total crime rate of 4,054 per 100K vs 4,307 for Greensboro — a 6% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Greensboro has a violent crime rate of 923.7 per 100K while Smithfield has 490.2. Smithfield 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 Smithfield, NC
Smithfield, a town in Johnston County, is home to the Ava Gardner Museum, honoring the screen legend. Situated along the Neuse River, it's a growing community with a mix of residential and commercial development. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 12,852, Smithfield has a total crime rate of 4,053.8 per 100,000 residents.