Moving from Greensboro, NC to Waynesville, NC?
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Is Greensboro or Waynesville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Waynesville is safer than Greensboro (Safety Score 15/100 vs 7/100), with a total crime rate of 3,311 per 100,000 versus 4,307 for Greensboro — 23% lower. Greensboro has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Waynesville has a 89% lower rate.
Note: Greensboro is 28.1x 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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Waynesville — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Greensboro | Waynesville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,306.9 | 3,310.8 | +996.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 923.7 | 499.4 | +424.3 |
| Murder Rate | 14.1 | 18.5 | -4.4 |
| Rape Rate | 26.3 | 101.7 | -75.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 173.5 | 18.5 | +155.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 709.8 | 360.7 | +349.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,383.1 | 2,811.4 | +571.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 482.4 | 259.0 | +223.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,308.2 | 2,460.0 | -151.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 592.5 | 92.5 | +500.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Greensboro, NC to Waynesville, 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 Waynesville safer?
Waynesville is safer with a total crime rate of 3,311 per 100K vs 4,307 for Greensboro — a 23% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Greensboro has a violent crime rate of 923.7 per 100K while Waynesville has 499.4. Waynesville 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 Waynesville, NC
Nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains, Waynesville is Haywood County's largest town. Historically a resort destination, it maintains a small-town feel with a median age of around 48. With a safety score of 15/100 and a population coverage of 10,813, Waynesville has a total crime rate of 3,310.8 per 100,000 residents.