Hartwell, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hartwell Police Department serves the city of Hartwell, GA in Hart County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 509 violent crimes and 1,106 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 109.7 per 100k residents, which is 3.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 351.0 per 100k, 114.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 CRobbery
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FLarceny
Grade FMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade CCrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 109.7 | C | 509 | 106.2 | +3.3% |
| Property Crime | 351.0 | F | 1106 | 163.6 | +114.6% |
| Robbery | 21.9 | F | 9 | 5.8 | +277.1% |
| Larceny | 329.1 | F | 1007 | 116.4 | +182.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 21.9 | C | 28 | 22.2 | -1.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lavonia | 17 miles | F 232.0 | F 417.6 | Violent: 111.5% higher Property: 19.0% higher |
| Royston | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 233.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 33.5% lower |
| Canon | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Franklin Springs | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Elberton | 17 miles | F 184.9 | D 205.4 | Violent: 68.5% higher Property: 41.5% lower |