Greenville, NC Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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42%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

54%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

40%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Greenville_{/100k people}	North Carolina_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	2,946	n/a (estimate)	3,297	2,469	2,324
Murder	12	n/a	13.4	8.1	6.3
Rape	22	n/a	24.6	30.5	40.0
Robbery	67	n/a	75.0	54.9	66.1
Assault	407	n/a	455.4	311.6	268.2
Violent crime	508	n/a (estimate)	568	405	370
Burglary	273	n/a	305.5	370.8	269.8
Theft	2,017	n/a	2,257.1	1,494.0	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	148	n/a	165.6	199.3	282.7
Property crime	2,438	n/a (estimate)	2,728	2,064	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Greenville, NC

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Greenville is 41.8% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 508 violent crimes reported in Greenville, equivalent to 568 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national average by 53.7%. Additionally, Greenville recorded 2438 property crimes, amounting to 2728 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 39.6%.

While murder rates in the United States have generally declined since 1990, recent years have seen an unfortunate uptick. Greenville stands out with one of the nation's highest murder rates among cities reporting crime data. In Greenville, a total of 12 murders were reported, equating to 13 murders per 100,000 residents. This statistic underscores the challenges facing the area in terms of severe violent crime and the importance of ongoing efforts to enhance safety and security within the community.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Greenville?

What is the prevailing sentiment among Greenville residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 98 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 33% of Greenville residents expressed a notable sense of security, asserting that crime was virtually non-existent in their community, and they felt at ease strolling the streets after dark. While, 67% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is Greenville a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Greenville, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Greenville presents a total crime rate that is 42% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Greenville experiences an average of 8.07 daily crimes, comprising 1.39 violent incidents and 6.68 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Greenville Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Greenville has increased by 17.8%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Greenville, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has increased by 9.5%, while property crime has increased by 19.6%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Greenville is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Greenville

Greenville has a poverty rate of 27.3, while the national average is 15.1. In the past, there has been a direct correlation between high or low poverty rates and high or low crime stats. Elevated poverty levels and income disparities can contribute to heightened criminal activity, as individuals may resort to unlawful means to address their fundamental necessities. While lower poverty levels have led to a reduction in typical crime levels compared to other areas.

In areas where employment options are limited or where a significant proportion of jobs offer meager wages, the likelihood of heightened unemployment and homelessness increases. Regions facing challenges related to unemployment or inadequate income may become more vulnerable to a surge in crime stemming from economic instability. While low unemployment rates tend to lead to reduced crime in most areas. Greenville currently has an unemployment rate of 5.5%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. This could be one of many factors that could contribute to a higher or lower crime rate.

The educational level within a community can have an influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of education are associated with reduced crime rates, as they offer individuals improved employment prospects and alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment tends to correspond with higher crime rates. In Greenville, 88.8% of residents have achieved at least a high school diploma, which differs from the national average of 83%.

Greenville crime map

The Greenville crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Greenville as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Greenville crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Greenville crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Greenville crime rates are 42% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Greenville are 54% higher than the national average
In Greenville you have a 1 in 31 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Greenville is safer than 14% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Greenville has increased by 26%

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Daily Crime In Greenville (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Greenville, per 100,000 residents. In Greenville, the total number of daily crimes is 1.34 times more than the North Carolina average and 1.42 times more than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Greenville are 1.40 times more than the North Carolina average and 1.54 times more than the national average. For property crime, Greenville has a daily crime rate that is 1.32 times more than the North Carolina average and 1.40 times more than the daily national average.

How Safe is Greenville (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Greenville in comparison to other North Carolina communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Greenville safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Greenville being safer than 28% of cities in North Carolina and 14% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking North Carolina cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Greenville. In conclusion, Greenville ranks below average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Greenville

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Greenville is 1 in 176

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Greenville is 1 in 37

The chance of being a victim of crime in Greenville is 1 in 31

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Greenville? If you reside in Greenville, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 176. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 37 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Greenville, is 1 in 31.

Year Over Year Crime In Greenville (per 100,000 people)

The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in Greenville, NC is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in Greenville has increased by 17%, while the property crime rate in Greenville has increased by 28% year over year. Summing up the numbers, Greenville has increased by 26% with regards to total crimes year over year.

Greenville police department

Item	Greenville	North Carolina	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	232	14,511	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.7	4.8	3.3

There are a total of 232 Greenville police officers. This results in 2.7 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 44.1% less than the North Carolina average and 17.9% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in North Carolina

State	Total offenders	North Carolina_/100K	National_/100K
North Carolina	26,293	320	266

There are a total of 26,293 sex offenders in North Carolina. This yields a total of 320 sex offenders in North Carolina per 100,000 residents which is 20% greater than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Winterville, NC	10,062	159	485	643
Grifton, NC	2,873	240	681	922
Bethel, NC	1,987	193	981	1,174
Pinetops, NC	1,412	210	1,070	1,280
Ayden, NC	5,138	434	1,480	1,914
Simpson, NC	462	428	2,180	2,607
Farmville, NC	4,716	868	1,913	2,781
Greenville, NC	92,826	568	2,728	3,297

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Menifee, CA	92,968	290	1,372	1,662
Edmond, OK	93,101	159	1,623	1,782
Asheville, NC	92,328	938	5,133	6,071
Fishers, IN	93,488	78	750	828
Lawton, OK	93,535	837	2,072	2,910
Greenville, NC	92,826	568	2,728	3,297

Source: The Greenville, NC crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.