Clayton, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Clayton Police Department serves the city of Clayton, GA in Rabun County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 85 violent crimes and 235 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 49.2 per 100k residents, which is 53.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 196.8 per 100k, 20.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent Crime had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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 AAnnual Rate49.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents85 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate49.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents13 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate196.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents235 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate49.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents27 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate147.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents170 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 49.2 | A | 85 | 106.2 | -53.7% |
| Property Crime | 196.8 | D | 235 | 163.6 | +20.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 49.2 | F | 13 | 22.3 | +121.1% |
| Burglary | 49.2 | F | 27 | 24.0 | +104.8% |
| Larceny | 147.6 | D | 170 | 116.4 | +26.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain City | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Dillard | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Sky Valley | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Cornelia | 18 miles | D 131.8 | F 351.3 | Violent: 167.7% higher Property: 78.5% higher |
| Clarkesville | 18 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 53.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 72.6% lower |