Clarkston, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Clarkston Police Department serves the city of Clarkston, GA in Dekalb County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 975 violent crimes and 1,639 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 83.5 per 100k residents, which is 21.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 222.7 per 100k, 36.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault 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 BAnnual Rate83.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents975 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate7.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents13 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate20.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents147 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate7.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents179 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate222.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,639 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate48.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents313 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate132.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,022 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate34.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents301 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 83.5 | B | 975 | 106.2 | -21.4% |
| Property Crime | 222.7 | D | 1639 | 163.6 | +36.1% |
| Homicide | 7.0 | F | 13 | 0.5 | +1206.2% |
| Robbery | 20.9 | F | 147 | 5.8 | +258.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 7.0 | A | 179 | 22.3 | -68.7% |
| Burglary | 48.7 | F | 313 | 24.0 | +102.8% |
| Larceny | 132.2 | C | 1022 | 116.4 | +13.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 34.8 | D | 301 | 22.2 | +56.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Lake | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 653.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 193.5% higher |
| Dunwoody | 3 miles | B 72.4 | F 331.4 | Violent: 13.4% lower Property: 48.8% higher |
| Avondale Estates | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Stone Mountain | 4 miles | F 288.3 | A 45.5 | Violent: 245.2% higher Property: 79.6% lower |
| Decatur | 4 miles | A 54.0 | C 187.0 | Violent: 35.3% lower Property: 16.1% lower |