Is Raleigh or Rolesville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Rolesville is safer than Raleigh (Safety Score 93/100 vs 15/100), with a total crime rate of 471 per 100,000 versus 3,308 for Raleigh — 86% lower. Raleigh has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Rolesville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Raleigh is 41.1x 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 | Raleigh | Rolesville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,308.0 | 471.2 | +2,836.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 488.9 | 33.7 | +455.2 |
| Murder Rate | 5.1 | 0.0 | +5.1 |
| Rape Rate | 36.1 | 16.8 | +19.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 86.7 | 16.8 | +69.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 361.0 | 0.0 | +361.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,819.2 | 437.6 | +2,381.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 279.1 | 33.7 | +245.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,058.9 | 336.6 | +1,722.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 481.3 | 67.3 | +414.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Raleigh or Rolesville safer?
Rolesville is safer with a total crime rate of 471 per 100K vs 3,308 for Raleigh — a 86% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Raleigh has a violent crime rate of 488.9 per 100K while Rolesville has 33.7. Rolesville has lower violent crime.
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.
About Rolesville, NC
Rolesville, North Carolina, the state's oldest continuously incorporated town, is a growing Wake County suburb. It lies northeast of Raleigh, experiencing rapid population increases with many residents commuting to the larger urban centers. With a safety score of 93/100 and a population coverage of 11,884, Rolesville has a total crime rate of 471.2 per 100,000 residents.