Gainesville, GA Crime


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The city of Gainesville, GA has seen a concerning level of crime in recent years. According to the latest statistics, the violent crime rate in Gainesville is 19.9, which is slightly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate is significantly higher at 54.1, compared to the national average of 35.4. This means that the residents of Gainesville are more likely to experience property crimes such as theft, burglary, and vandalism. While the violent crime rate may seem relatively low, any level of violence in a community is still a cause for concern. It is important for local law enforcement to address these issues and work towards creating a safer environment for the residents of Gainesville.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Gainesville violent crime is 19.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Gainesville property crime is 54.1. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Gainesville, GA Crime History
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   Crime in Nearby Cities
City Violent
per 100k
Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
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Oakwood, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock62018
Flowery Branch, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock92018
Braselton, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock132019
Pendergrass, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock132006
Hoschton, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock152007
   Crime in Similar Size Cities
City Violent
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Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
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Braselton, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock132019
Jefferson, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock182018
Suwanee, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock212019
Winder, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock222017
Lawrenceville, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock252017

   Visualize the relationship between violent and property crime in similar size cities.

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Reviews for Gainesville
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Over 10 years ago

Don't know if it is the proximity to Atlanta that keeps prices high or the rural/frugal thinking that keeps housing opportunities at a minimum, but after living here for  More

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I moved to Gainesville,Ga in 2010 from NYC and I have found it's a great place to raise your childrens and a good quality of life.It's a good place to live. Gainesville  More

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Over 16 years ago

This is a great place to live if you like the country feel and enjoy all 4 seasons. Nice people and lots to  More

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