Gainesville, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Gainesville Police Department serves the city of Gainesville, GA in Hall County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,679 violent crimes and 5,791 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 164.8 per 100k residents, which is 55.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 201.3 per 100k, 23.0% 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 20 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 DAnnual Rate164.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,679 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents139 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate21.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents681 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate201.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,791 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate23.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents616 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate152.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,664 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate25.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents480 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 164.8 | D | 4679 | 106.2 | +55.2% |
| Property Crime | 201.3 | D | 5791 | 163.6 | +23.0% |
| Robbery | 4.3 | B | 139 | 5.8 | -26.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 21.4 | C | 681 | 22.3 | -3.8% |
| Burglary | 23.6 | C | 616 | 24.0 | -2.0% |
| Larceny | 152.0 | D | 4664 | 116.4 | +30.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 25.7 | C | 480 | 22.2 | +15.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 20 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 6 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 8 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flowery Branch | 2 miles | A 34.1 | B 144.9 | Violent: 79.3% lower Property: 28.0% lower |
| Oakwood | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 241.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 20.0% higher |
| Commerce | 19 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Arcade | 19 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 204.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 1.8% higher |
| Braselton | 19 miles | A 32.2 | A 77.3 | Violent: 80.5% lower Property: 61.6% lower |