Winston-Salem, NC has a higher rate of criminal activity than the national average in both violent and property crime. Specifically, violent crime in Winston-Salem is 34.7 which is 52% higher than the US average of 22.7, and property crime is 74.9 which is 112% higher than the US average of 35.4. This shows that residents of Winston-Salem should be extra vigilant when it comes to their own safety and security as well as that of their neighbors and community at large. It is important to report suspicious behavior or activities to local law enforcement so they can investigate and address any potential issues quickly before they become more serious.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Winston-Salem violent crime is 34.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Winston-Salem property crime is 74.9. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.