Franklin County, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Franklin County in GA is served by 3 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 811 violent crimes and 1,218 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 91.7 per 100k residents, which is 13.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 166.2 per 100k, 1.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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 Rate91.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents811 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Robbery
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate24.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents134 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate166.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,218 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate19.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents261 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate57.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents814 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate74.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents136 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 91.7 | B | 811 | 106.2 | -13.6% |
| Property Crime | 166.2 | C | 1218 | 163.6 | +1.6% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 2 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 0.0 | A | 26 | 3.5 | -100.0% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 12 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 24.5 | C | 134 | 22.3 | +9.9% |
| Burglary | 19.1 | B | 261 | 24.0 | -20.7% |
| Larceny | 57.2 | A | 814 | 116.4 | -50.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 74.5 | F | 136 | 22.2 | +235.8% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Franklin County Sheriff's Office
Lavonia Police Department
Lavonia, GA
Franklin Springs Police Department
Franklin Springs, GA