Is Greensboro or Toledo Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Toledo is safer than Greensboro (Safety Score 10/100 vs 7/100), with a total crime rate of 3,773 per 100,000 versus 4,307 for Greensboro — 12% lower. Greensboro has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Toledo has a 38% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Greensboro, NC?
Greensboro — 5-Year Trend
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Toledo — 5-Year Trend
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Toledo, OH
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Greensboro | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,306.9 | 3,773.3 | +533.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 923.7 | 1,041.1 | -117.3 |
| Murder Rate | 14.1 | 12.1 | +2.0 |
| Rape Rate | 26.3 | 98.6 | -72.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 173.5 | 107.3 | +66.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 709.8 | 823.0 | -113.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,383.1 | 2,732.2 | +650.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 482.4 | 483.2 | -0.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,308.2 | 1,844.4 | +463.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 592.5 | 404.7 | +187.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Greensboro or Toledo safer?
Toledo is safer with a total crime rate of 3,773 per 100K vs 4,307 for Greensboro — a 12% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Greensboro has a violent crime rate of 923.7 per 100K while Toledo has 1,041.1. Greensboro 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 Toledo, OH
Toledo, a city on the Maumee River near Lake Erie, was once a major glass production hub, earning it the nickname "Glass City." Its population is diverse, with a notable Hispanic community. With a safety score of 10/100 and a population coverage of 263,668, Toledo has a total crime rate of 3,773.3 per 100,000 residents.