Wadley, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wadley Police Department serves the city of Wadley, GA in Jefferson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 174 violent crimes and 152 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 317.7 per 100k residents, which is 199.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 254.1 per 100k, 55.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 FAnnual Rate317.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents174 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate127.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents30 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate254.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents152 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate63.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents25 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate190.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents123 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 317.7 | F | 174 | 106.2 | +199.1% |
| Property Crime | 254.1 | D | 152 | 163.6 | +55.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 127.1 | F | 30 | 22.3 | +470.9% |
| Burglary | 63.5 | F | 25 | 24.0 | +164.4% |
| Larceny | 190.6 | F | 123 | 116.4 | +63.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 43.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 82.8% lower |
| Wrens | 0 miles | F 257.5 | F 514.9 | Violent: 18.9% lower Property: 102.6% higher |
| Bartow | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Stapleton | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Blythe | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |