Is Morrisville or Raleigh Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Morrisville is safer than Raleigh (Safety Score 28/100 vs 15/100), with a total crime rate of 2,533 per 100,000 versus 3,308 for Raleigh — 23% lower. Morrisville has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Morrisville has a 80% lower rate.
Note: Raleigh is 15.1x 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 | Morrisville | Raleigh | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,532.8 | 3,308.0 | -775.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 99.0 | 488.9 | -389.9 |
| Murder Rate | 3.1 | 5.1 | -2.0 |
| Rape Rate | 6.2 | 36.1 | -29.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 30.9 | 86.7 | -55.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 58.8 | 361.0 | -302.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,433.8 | 2,819.2 | -385.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 151.5 | 279.1 | -127.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,099.8 | 2,058.9 | +41.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 182.5 | 481.3 | -298.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Morrisville or Raleigh safer?
Morrisville is safer with a total crime rate of 2,533 per 100K vs 3,308 for Raleigh — a 23% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Morrisville has a violent crime rate of 99.0 per 100K while Raleigh has 488.9. Morrisville has lower violent crime.
About Morrisville, NC
Morrisville, a rapidly growing suburb in Wake County, was once a stop along the North Carolina Railroad. Its location near Research Triangle Park has attracted a diverse, educated population. With a safety score of 28/100 and a population coverage of 32,336, Morrisville has a total crime rate of 2,532.8 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.