Blairsville, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Blairsville Police Department serves the city of Blairsville, GA in Union County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 11 violent crimes and 70 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 118.8 per 100k residents, which is 11.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 118.8 per 100k, 27.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Violent Crime 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 Rate118.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents11 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate118.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents70 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate118.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents65 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 118.8 | C | 11 | 106.2 | +11.8% |
| Property Crime | 118.8 | B | 70 | 163.6 | -27.4% |
| Larceny | 118.8 | C | 65 | 116.4 | +2.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hiawassee | 15 miles | C 108.3 | B 108.3 | Violent: 8.8% lower Property: 8.8% lower |
| Cleveland | 19 miles | A 28.1 | F 308.6 | Violent: 76.4% lower Property: 159.9% higher |
| Helen | 19 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Blue Ridge | 19 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 274.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 131.0% higher |
| Ellijay | 28 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |