Sparta, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Sparta Police Department serves the city of Sparta, GA in Hancock County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 0 violent crimes and 72 property crimes. Property crime averages 233.3 per 100k, 42.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Larceny had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 5 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
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate233.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents72 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate155.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents19 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate77.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents49 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Property Crime | 233.3 | D | 72 | 163.6 | +42.6% |
| Burglary | 155.5 | F | 19 | 24.0 | +547.2% |
| Larceny | 77.8 | B | 49 | 116.4 | -33.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 5 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 5 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warrenton | 19 miles | A 59.1 | C 177.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 24.0% lower |
| Milledgeville | 20 miles | F 215.2 | D 257.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 10.2% higher |
| Eatonton | 23 miles | A 15.0 | B 120.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 48.4% lower |
| Sandersville | 23 miles | C 110.7 | A 36.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 84.2% lower |
| Davisboro | 23 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |