Roswell, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Roswell Police Department serves the city of Roswell, GA in Fulton County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,022 violent crimes and 5,894 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 78.3 per 100k residents, which is 26.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 99.7 per 100k, 39.0% below 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 BAnnual Rate78.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,022 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate8.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents903 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate99.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,894 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate19.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents621 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate74.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,735 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate6.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents523 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 78.3 | B | 4022 | 106.2 | -26.3% |
| Property Crime | 99.7 | A | 5894 | 163.6 | -39.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 8.6 | A | 903 | 22.3 | -61.5% |
| Burglary | 19.3 | B | 621 | 24.0 | -19.7% |
| Larceny | 74.0 | A | 4735 | 116.4 | -36.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6.4 | A | 523 | 22.2 | -71.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Springs | 7 miles | A 49.1 | B 133.5 | Violent: 37.3% lower Property: 33.8% higher |
| Milton | 8 miles | A 49.8 | A 37.9 | Violent: 36.4% lower Property: 62.0% lower |
| Woodstock | 8 miles | A 54.6 | A 93.6 | Violent: 30.2% lower Property: 6.1% lower |
| Chamblee | 9 miles | F 185.2 | D 232.3 | Violent: 136.5% higher Property: 132.9% higher |
| Doraville | 10 miles | D 163.2 | F 516.9 | Violent: 108.5% higher Property: 418.2% higher |