Blakely, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Blakely Police Department serves the city of Blakely, GA in Early County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 623 violent crimes and 638 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 231.4 per 100k residents, which is 117.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 173.5 per 100k, 6.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate231.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents623 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate96.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents247 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate173.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents638 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate57.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents124 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate77.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents478 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate38.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents35 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 231.4 | F | 623 | 106.2 | +117.9% |
| Property Crime | 173.5 | C | 638 | 163.6 | +6.1% |
| Homicide | 19.3 | F | 3 | 0.5 | +3518.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 96.4 | F | 247 | 22.3 | +333.2% |
| Burglary | 57.9 | F | 124 | 24.0 | +140.8% |
| Larceny | 77.1 | B | 478 | 116.4 | -33.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 38.6 | F | 35 | 22.2 | +73.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colquitt | 15 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 55.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 68.1% lower |
| Arlington | 21 miles | F 266.7 | F 444.4 | Violent: 15.2% higher Property: 156.1% higher |
| Edison | 21 miles | B 80.8 | D 242.5 | Violent: 65.1% lower Property: 39.7% higher |
| Leary | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Newton | 27 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |