Wayne County, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Wayne County in GA is served by 3 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 1,892 violent crimes and 2,313 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 177.8 per 100k residents, which is 67.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 254.7 per 100k, 55.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property 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 Rate177.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,892 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate42.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents71 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate20.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents273 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate254.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,313 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate70.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents439 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate174.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,668 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate10.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents194 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 177.8 | F | 1892 | 106.2 | +67.4% |
| Property Crime | 254.7 | D | 2313 | 163.6 | +55.7% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 7 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 42.9 | F | 71 | 3.5 | +1113.1% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 25 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 20.3 | C | 273 | 22.3 | -8.8% |
| Burglary | 70.1 | F | 439 | 24.0 | +191.7% |
| Larceny | 174.7 | D | 1668 | 116.4 | +50.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10.0 | A | 194 | 22.2 | -54.9% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Wayne County Sheriff's Office
Jesup Police Department
Jesup, GA
Screven Police Department
Screven, GA