Moving from Greensboro, NC to Wendell, NC?
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Is Greensboro or Wendell Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Wendell is safer than Greensboro (Safety Score 66/100 vs 7/100), with a total crime rate of 1,210 per 100,000 versus 4,307 for Greensboro — 72% lower. Greensboro has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Wendell has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Greensboro is 18.7x 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 SAFER than Greensboro, NC?
Greensboro — 5-Year Trend
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Wendell — 2-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Greensboro | Wendell | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,306.9 | 1,210.0 | +3,096.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 923.7 | 135.1 | +788.6 |
| Murder Rate | 14.1 | 0.0 | +14.1 |
| Rape Rate | 26.3 | 6.1 | +20.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 173.5 | 12.3 | +161.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 709.8 | 116.7 | +593.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,383.1 | 1,074.9 | +2,308.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 482.4 | 251.8 | +230.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,308.2 | 681.8 | +1,626.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 592.5 | 141.3 | +451.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Greensboro, NC to Wendell, 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 Wendell safer?
Wendell is safer with a total crime rate of 1,210 per 100K vs 4,307 for Greensboro — a 72% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Greensboro has a violent crime rate of 923.7 per 100K while Wendell has 135.1. Wendell 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 Wendell, NC
Wendell, a growing town in eastern Wake County, was historically a hub for tobacco farming. Its population has nearly doubled since 2010, with many new residents commuting to Raleigh. With a safety score of 66/100 and a population coverage of 16,281, Wendell has a total crime rate of 1,210.0 per 100,000 residents.