Waynesboro, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Waynesboro Police Department serves the city of Waynesboro, GA in Burke County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 377 violent crimes and 824 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 234.0 per 100k residents, which is 120.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 198.0 per 100k, 21.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary 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 Rate234.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents377 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate144.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents115 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate198.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents824 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate36.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents149 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate108.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents601 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate54.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents71 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 234.0 | F | 377 | 106.2 | +120.3% |
| Property Crime | 198.0 | D | 824 | 163.6 | +21.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 144.0 | F | 115 | 22.3 | +547.0% |
| Burglary | 36.0 | D | 149 | 24.0 | +49.8% |
| Larceny | 108.0 | C | 601 | 116.4 | -7.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 54.0 | F | 71 | 22.2 | +143.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midville | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Sardis | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 206.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 4.4% higher |
| Blythe | 18 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Hephzibah | 19 miles | C 104.3 | A 104.3 | Violent: 55.4% lower Property: 47.3% lower |
| Millen | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 135.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 31.7% lower |