Greenfield, TN Crime Rate & Safety

Grade: B+

Lower crime than 82% of major U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026

44%
Below Avg Crime
1 in 429
Violent Crime Risk
1 in 222
Property Crime Risk

Is Greenfield Safe?

Yes — Greenfield is safer than most cities

An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.

Greenfield has a crime rate that is 44% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 429.

Crime Index Comparison

Greenfield
56
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.

Your Chance of Being a Victim

Violent Crime

1 in 429

chance per year

National average: 1 in 263

39% lower than national average

Property Crime

1 in 222

chance per year

National average: 1 in 55

75% lower than national average

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Greenfield Crime Breakdown

Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.

Highest Risk
Rape · 31% below avg
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 87% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
50 -50% Low
Assault
62 -38% Low
Robbery
55 -45% Low
Rape
69 -31% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
45 -55% Low
Larceny / Theft
13 -87% Low
Vehicle Theft
47 -53% Low

Violent vs Property Crime

Crime Index by Category

Greenfield Crime Map

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Greenfield Crime by Zip Code

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Greenfield Demographics & Context

Population
2,348
Median Income
$35,650
Home Value
$60,834
Median Rent
$609
Ownership
69%

Racial Demographics

Hispanic / Latino 1.2%
White 90.9%
Black 6.6%
Asian 0.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Greenfield, TN?

Greenfield, TN has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 44% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 429 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 222 chance for property crime. Greenfield has lower crime than 82% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).

Is Greenfield, TN safe to live in?

Greenfield is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Greenfield is strongly recommended.

What is the violent crime rate in Greenfield?

The estimated violent crime rate in Greenfield is 233.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 39% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 429 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.5 per 100K (50% below average); aggravated assault at 166.9 per 100K (38% below average); robbery at 40.7 per 100K (45% below average).

What is the property crime rate in Greenfield?

The estimated property crime rate in Greenfield is 450.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 75% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 222 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 121.1 per 100K (55% below average); larceny/theft at 178.1 per 100K (87% below average); vehicle theft at 151.2 per 100K (53% below average).

How does Greenfield crime compare to the national average?

Greenfield's overall crime rate is 44% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (31% below average), while larceny/theft is 87% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Greenfield has lower crime than 82% of them.

Is Greenfield safe to visit?

Greenfield is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 75% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.

How does Greenfield crime compare to the rest of Tennessee?

Tennessee as a whole has crime that is 10% above the national average. Greenfield's crime rate is 44% below the national average, making it safer the typical Tennessee city.

What type of crime is most common in Greenfield?

Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Greenfield, with an estimated rate of 178.1 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 87% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (450 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (233 per 100K) in Greenfield, which is consistent with national trends.

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