Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department serves the city of Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan, GA in Chatham County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 8,243 violent crimes and 13,157 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 121.6 per 100k residents, which is 14.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 177.6 per 100k, 8.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide 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 CAnnual Rate121.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents8,243 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents77 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents243 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate9.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents620 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate23.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,953 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate177.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents13,157 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate22.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,704 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate131.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents9,800 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate20.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,605 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 121.6 | C | 8243 | 106.2 | +14.5% |
| Property Crime | 177.6 | C | 13157 | 163.6 | +8.5% |
| Homicide | 1.3 | F | 77 | 0.5 | +138.3% |
| Rape | 1.3 | A | 243 | 3.5 | -64.1% |
| Robbery | 9.8 | F | 620 | 5.8 | +67.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 23.7 | C | 1953 | 22.3 | +6.6% |
| Burglary | 22.9 | C | 1704 | 24.0 | -4.7% |
| Larceny | 131.4 | C | 9800 | 116.4 | +12.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 20.8 | C | 1605 | 22.2 | -6.3% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thunderbolt | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 156.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 11.7% lower |
| Port Wentworth | 6 miles | A 53.3 | A 91.4 | Violent: 56.2% lower Property: 48.5% lower |
| Garden City | 7 miles | F 191.6 | C 172.4 | Violent: 57.5% higher Property: 2.9% lower |
| Tybee Island | 7 miles | A 31.8 | A 31.8 | Violent: 73.9% lower Property: 82.1% lower |
| Bloomingdale | 7 miles | A 30.4 | D 213.1 | Violent: 75.0% lower Property: 20.0% higher |