Atlanta, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Atlanta Police Department serves the city of Atlanta, GA in Dekalb, Fulton County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 35,757 violent crimes and 80,031 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 126.3 per 100k residents, which is 19.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 342.1 per 100k, 109.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate126.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents35,757 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents594 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents664 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate9.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents3,209 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate37.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents12,332 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate342.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents80,031 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate35.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents7,965 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate204.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents56,674 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate101.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents15,249 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 126.3 | C | 35757 | 106.2 | +19.0% |
| Property Crime | 342.1 | F | 80031 | 163.6 | +109.1% |
| Homicide | 1.8 | F | 594 | 0.5 | +237.8% |
| Rape | 1.8 | A | 664 | 3.5 | -49.1% |
| Robbery | 9.8 | F | 3209 | 5.8 | +68.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 37.2 | F | 12332 | 22.3 | +67.0% |
| Burglary | 35.0 | D | 7965 | 24.0 | +45.6% |
| Larceny | 204.9 | F | 56674 | 116.4 | +76.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 101.6 | F | 15249 | 22.2 | +358.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 31 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 3 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 7 |
| Anti-Transgender | 2 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 6 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpharetta | 5 miles | A 45.5 | B 130.6 | Violent: 64.0% lower Property: 61.8% lower |
| Fairburn | 5 miles | A 46.5 | C 156.9 | Violent: 63.2% lower Property: 54.1% lower |
| Palmetto | 5 miles | B 78.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 37.8% lower Property: N/A |
| Johns Creek | 5 miles | A 37.5 | A 48.4 | Violent: 70.3% lower Property: 85.9% lower |
| East Point | 5 miles | A 5.3 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 95.8% lower Property: N/A |