Below Average · Population: 184,677
Winston-Salem, North Carolina is a city with above-average crime rates, with a safety score of 46/100. The violent crime rate of 483.9 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 184,677, Winston-Salem reported 894 violent crimes and 6,966 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 9.1 per 100K |
| Rape | 65.6 per 100K |
| Robbery | 159.4 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 249.8 per 100K |
| Burglary | 1,033.7 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 2,069.5 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 668.7 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 893 |
| Property Crimes | 6,965 |
| Total Crimes | 7,858 |
With a safety score of 46/100, Winston-Salem has higher crime rates than the national average. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 89% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.