Brookhaven, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Brookhaven Police Department serves the city of Brookhaven, GA in Dekalb County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,579 violent crimes and 6,929 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 106.0 per 100k residents, which is 0.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 205.1 per 100k, 25.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 40 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. 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 Rate106.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,579 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate3.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents18 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents81 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate10.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents342 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate20.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents704 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate205.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents6,929 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate35.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents877 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate148.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,327 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate20.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents701 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 106.0 | C | 4579 | 106.2 | -0.2% |
| Property Crime | 205.1 | D | 6929 | 163.6 | +25.4% |
| Homicide | 3.4 | F | 18 | 0.5 | +541.9% |
| Rape | 1.7 | A | 81 | 3.5 | -51.6% |
| Robbery | 10.3 | F | 342 | 5.8 | +76.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 20.5 | C | 704 | 22.3 | -7.8% |
| Burglary | 35.9 | D | 877 | 24.0 | +49.4% |
| Larceny | 148.7 | D | 5327 | 116.4 | +27.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 20.5 | C | 701 | 22.2 | -7.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 40 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Male | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Jewish | 6 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 6 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 4 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 17 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Marys | 5716 miles | A 36.4 | A 62.5 | Violent: 65.6% lower Property: 69.5% lower |
| Thunderbolt | 5695 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 156.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 23.6% lower |
| Garden City | 5697 miles | F 191.6 | C 172.4 | Violent: 80.8% higher Property: 15.9% lower |
| Tybee Island | 5697 miles | A 31.8 | A 31.8 | Violent: 70.0% lower Property: 84.5% lower |
| Bloomingdale | 5697 miles | A 30.4 | D 213.1 | Violent: 71.3% lower Property: 3.9% higher |