Smyrna, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Smyrna Police Department serves the city of Smyrna, GA in Cobb County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,140 violent crimes and 5,350 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 122.5 per 100k residents, which is 15.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 124.3 per 100k, 24.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 29 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 Rate122.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,140 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents117 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents149 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate12.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents639 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate124.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,350 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate16.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents596 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate87.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,097 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate21.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents651 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 122.5 | C | 4140 | 106.2 | +15.4% |
| Property Crime | 124.3 | B | 5350 | 163.6 | -24.0% |
| Rape | 3.5 | C | 117 | 3.5 | +0.4% |
| Robbery | 1.8 | A | 149 | 5.8 | -69.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 12.4 | A | 639 | 22.3 | -44.2% |
| Burglary | 16.0 | B | 596 | 24.0 | -33.5% |
| Larceny | 87.0 | B | 4097 | 116.4 | -25.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 21.3 | C | 651 | 22.2 | -3.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 29 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 7 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 5 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 9 |
| Anti-Multiple Religions, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austell | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 12.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 89.8% lower |
| Kennesaw | 5 miles | B 77.3 | A 65.4 | Violent: 36.9% lower Property: 47.4% lower |
| Powder Springs | 5 miles | D 128.5 | B 122.1 | Violent: 4.9% higher Property: 1.8% lower |
| Marietta | 5 miles | B 89.9 | B 145.1 | Violent: 26.6% lower Property: 16.7% higher |
| Alpharetta | 7 miles | A 45.5 | B 130.6 | Violent: 62.9% lower Property: 5.1% higher |