Lafayette, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lafayette Police Department serves the city of Lafayette, GA in Walker County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 66 violent crimes and 234 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 137.2 per 100k residents, which is 29.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 425.4 per 100k, 160.0% 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 DAnnual Rate137.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents66 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate13.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents10 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate425.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents234 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate41.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents28 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate384.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents190 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 137.2 | D | 66 | 106.2 | +29.2% |
| Property Crime | 425.4 | F | 234 | 163.6 | +160.0% |
| Rape | 13.7 | F | 1 | 3.5 | +288.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 13.7 | A | 10 | 22.3 | -38.4% |
| Burglary | 41.2 | F | 28 | 24.0 | +71.3% |
| Larceny | 384.3 | F | 190 | 116.4 | +230.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rossville | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 151.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 64.4% lower |
| Chickamauga | 0 miles | A 32.3 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 76.4% lower Property: N/A |
| Fort Oglethorpe | 15 miles | A 47.0 | F 357.4 | Violent: 65.7% lower Property: 16.0% lower |
| Ringgold | 17 miles | C 115.8 | D 231.6 | Violent: 15.6% lower Property: 45.6% lower |
| Lookout Mountain | 17 miles | A 60.7 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 55.8% lower Property: N/A |