Is Kernersville or Raleigh Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Raleigh is safer than Kernersville (Safety Score 15/100 vs 14/100), with a total crime rate of 3,308 per 100,000 versus 3,376 for Kernersville — 2% lower. Kernersville has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Kernersville has a 72% lower rate.
Note: Raleigh is 17.1x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Kernersville | Raleigh | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,376.3 | 3,308.0 | +68.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 227.9 | 488.9 | -261.0 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 5.1 | +1.9 |
| Rape Rate | 7.0 | 36.1 | -29.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 24.5 | 86.7 | -62.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 189.3 | 361.0 | -171.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,148.5 | 2,819.2 | +329.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 347.1 | 279.1 | +68.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,629.6 | 2,058.9 | +570.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 171.8 | 481.3 | -309.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kernersville or Raleigh safer?
Raleigh is safer with a total crime rate of 3,308 per 100K vs 3,376 for Kernersville — a 2% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Kernersville has a violent crime rate of 227.9 per 100K while Raleigh has 488.9. Kernersville has lower violent crime.
About Kernersville, NC
Kernersville, NC, a Triad suburb, was once home to Körner's Folly, a unique Victorian house. Situated between Winston-Salem and Greensboro, its population is around 27,000. With a safety score of 14/100 and a population coverage of 28,522, Kernersville has a total crime rate of 3,376.3 per 100,000 residents.
About Raleigh, NC
Raleigh, North Carolina, the state capital, anchors the Research Triangle Park technology hub. Founded in 1792, it's known as the "City of Oaks" for its tree-lined streets and boasts a population exceeding 470,000. With a safety score of 15/100 and a population coverage of 488,085, Raleigh has a total crime rate of 3,308.0 per 100,000 residents.