Thomaston, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Thomaston Police Department serves the city of Thomaston, GA in Upson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 429 violent crimes and 1,110 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 70.9 per 100k residents, which is 33.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 303.7 per 100k, 85.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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 BAnnual Rate70.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents429 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate20.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents88 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate303.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,110 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate10.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents115 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate273.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents927 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate20.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents66 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 70.9 | B | 429 | 106.2 | -33.3% |
| Property Crime | 303.7 | F | 1110 | 163.6 | +85.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 20.3 | C | 88 | 22.3 | -9.0% |
| Burglary | 10.1 | A | 115 | 24.0 | -57.9% |
| Larceny | 273.3 | F | 927 | 116.4 | +134.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 20.3 | C | 66 | 22.2 | -8.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zebulon | 15 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 75.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 75.3% lower |
| Molena | 15 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Barnesville | 16 miles | C 108.5 | A 46.5 | Violent: 53.2% higher Property: 84.7% lower |
| Milner | 16 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Talbotton | 18 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |