Valdosta, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Valdosta Police Department serves the city of Valdosta, GA in Lowndes County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 6,844 violent crimes and 8,691 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 240.4 per 100k residents, which is 126.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 429.8 per 100k, 162.7% 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 FAnnual Rate240.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents6,844 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents35 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate9.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents213 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate31.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents695 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate429.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents8,691 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate38.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents932 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate342.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents7,108 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate45.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents635 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 240.4 | F | 6844 | 106.2 | +126.4% |
| Property Crime | 429.8 | F | 8691 | 163.6 | +162.7% |
| Homicide | 1.8 | F | 35 | 0.5 | +241.6% |
| Robbery | 9.1 | D | 213 | 5.8 | +56.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 31.0 | D | 695 | 22.3 | +39.1% |
| Burglary | 38.3 | D | 932 | 24.0 | +59.2% |
| Larceny | 342.4 | F | 7108 | 116.4 | +194.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 45.5 | F | 635 | 22.2 | +105.3% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remerton | 1 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 318.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 25.8% lower |
| Lake Park | 11 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 58.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 86.3% lower |
| Hahira | 13 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 58.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 86.5% lower |
| Quitman | 17 miles | B 74.0 | F 370.2 | Violent: 69.2% lower Property: 13.9% lower |
| Enigma | 18 miles | B 92.7 | C 185.4 | Violent: 61.5% lower Property: 56.9% lower |