Griffin, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Griffin Police Department serves the city of Griffin, GA in Spalding County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,705 violent crimes and 4,840 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 151.2 per 100k residents, which is 42.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 302.4 per 100k, 84.9% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 7 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 DAnnual Rate151.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,705 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate4.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents22 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents125 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate33.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,116 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate302.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,840 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate12.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents701 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate260.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,723 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate29.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents403 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 151.2 | D | 3705 | 106.2 | +42.4% |
| Property Crime | 302.4 | F | 4840 | 163.6 | +84.9% |
| Homicide | 4.2 | F | 22 | 0.5 | +688.2% |
| Robbery | 8.4 | D | 125 | 5.8 | +44.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 33.6 | D | 1116 | 22.3 | +51.0% |
| Burglary | 12.6 | A | 701 | 24.0 | -47.6% |
| Larceny | 260.4 | F | 3723 | 116.4 | +123.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 29.4 | D | 403 | 22.2 | +32.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zebulon | 13 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 75.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 75.2% lower |
| Molena | 13 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Stockbridge | 15 miles | D 158.2 | D 254.5 | Violent: 4.6% higher Property: 15.9% lower |
| Hampton | 15 miles | A 12.2 | A 73.1 | Violent: 91.9% lower Property: 75.8% lower |
| Locust Grove | 15 miles | B 86.0 | F 318.3 | Violent: 43.1% lower Property: 5.2% higher |