Covington, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Covington Police Department serves the city of Covington, GA in Newton County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,403 violent crimes and 2,652 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 290.7 per 100k residents, which is 173.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 332.2 per 100k, 103.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 Rate290.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,403 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents34 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents36 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate96.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents324 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate332.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,652 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate13.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents300 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate256.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,125 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate62.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents225 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 290.7 | F | 1403 | 106.2 | +173.7% |
| Property Crime | 332.2 | F | 2652 | 163.6 | +103.1% |
| Rape | 6.9 | F | 34 | 3.5 | +95.7% |
| Robbery | 6.9 | C | 36 | 5.8 | +18.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 96.9 | F | 324 | 22.3 | +335.4% |
| Burglary | 13.8 | A | 300 | 24.0 | -42.4% |
| Larceny | 256.1 | F | 2125 | 116.4 | +120.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 62.3 | F | 225 | 22.2 | +180.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford | 2 miles | B 87.7 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 69.8% lower Property: N/A |
| Porterdale | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 53.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 83.9% lower |
| Conyers | 10 miles | D 131.9 | F 307.7 | Violent: 54.6% lower Property: 7.4% lower |
| Monroe | 15 miles | B 93.7 | C 162.4 | Violent: 67.8% lower Property: 51.1% lower |
| Loganville | 15 miles | A 50.7 | A 76.0 | Violent: 82.6% lower Property: 77.1% lower |