Kennesaw, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Kennesaw Police Department serves the city of Kennesaw, GA in Cobb County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,571 violent crimes and 1,922 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 77.3 per 100k residents, which is 27.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 65.4 per 100k, 60.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 10 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 Rate77.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,571 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate3.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents52 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate8.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents213 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate65.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,922 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate3.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents168 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate53.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,614 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate5.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents136 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 77.3 | B | 1571 | 106.2 | -27.2% |
| Property Crime | 65.4 | A | 1922 | 163.6 | -60.0% |
| Rape | 3.0 | B | 52 | 3.5 | -16.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 8.9 | A | 213 | 22.3 | -59.9% |
| Burglary | 3.0 | A | 168 | 24.0 | -87.6% |
| Larceny | 53.5 | A | 1614 | 116.4 | -54.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5.9 | A | 136 | 22.2 | -73.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 10 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 5 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austell | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 12.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 80.6% lower |
| Powder Springs | 0 miles | D 128.5 | B 122.1 | Violent: 66.3% higher Property: 86.7% higher |
| Marietta | 2 miles | B 89.9 | B 145.1 | Violent: 16.3% higher Property: 121.9% higher |
| Smyrna | 5 miles | C 122.5 | B 124.3 | Violent: 58.6% higher Property: 90.1% higher |
| Acworth | 10 miles | A 45.0 | B 135.0 | Violent: 41.8% lower Property: 106.5% higher |