Dunwoody, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Dunwoody Police Department serves the city of Dunwoody, GA in Dekalb County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,114 violent crimes and 8,068 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 72.4 per 100k residents, which is 31.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 331.4 per 100k, 102.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 17 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 BAnnual Rate72.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,114 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate3.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents129 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate17.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents308 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate331.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents8,068 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate19.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents662 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate283.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents6,930 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate28.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents471 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 72.4 | B | 2114 | 106.2 | -31.9% |
| Property Crime | 331.4 | F | 8068 | 163.6 | +102.6% |
| Robbery | 3.8 | B | 129 | 5.8 | -34.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 17.1 | B | 308 | 22.3 | -23.0% |
| Burglary | 19.1 | B | 662 | 24.0 | -20.7% |
| Larceny | 283.8 | F | 6930 | 116.4 | +143.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 28.6 | D | 471 | 22.2 | +28.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 17 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 6 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Lake | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 653.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 97.2% higher |
| Avondale Estates | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Clarkston | 3 miles | B 83.5 | D 222.7 | Violent: 15.4% higher Property: 32.8% lower |
| Stone Mountain | 4 miles | F 288.3 | A 45.5 | Violent: 298.4% higher Property: 86.3% lower |
| Decatur | 4 miles | A 54.0 | C 187.0 | Violent: 25.4% lower Property: 43.6% lower |