Vidalia, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Vidalia Police Department serves the city of Vidalia, GA in Montgomery, Toombs County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,589 violent crimes and 2,140 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 245.1 per 100k residents, which is 130.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 292.3 per 100k, 78.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 Rate245.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,589 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate9.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents23 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate122.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents338 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate292.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,140 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate28.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents332 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate235.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,668 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate28.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents131 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 245.1 | F | 1589 | 106.2 | +130.8% |
| Property Crime | 292.3 | F | 2140 | 163.6 | +78.7% |
| Rape | 9.4 | F | 23 | 3.5 | +166.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 122.6 | F | 338 | 22.3 | +450.7% |
| Burglary | 28.3 | C | 332 | 24.0 | +17.7% |
| Larceny | 235.7 | F | 1668 | 116.4 | +102.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 28.3 | D | 131 | 22.2 | +27.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyons | 6 miles | F 258.3 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 5.4% higher Property: N/A |
| Uvalda | 12 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 170.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 41.5% lower |
| Glennville | 17 miles | A 26.8 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 89.1% lower Property: N/A |
| Reidsville | 17 miles | F 225.1 | F 300.2 | Violent: 8.2% lower Property: 2.7% higher |
| Hazlehurst | 24 miles | C 122.8 | F 368.4 | Violent: 49.9% lower Property: 26.0% higher |