Chamblee, GA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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22%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

43%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

18%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Chamblee_{/100k people}	Georgia_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	831	n/a (estimate)	2,827	2,058	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	3.4	8.2	6.3
Rape	8	n/a	27.2	36.4	40.0
Robbery	22	n/a	74.8	43.6	66.1
Assault	124	n/a	421.9	278.8	268.2
Violent crime	155	n/a (estimate)	527	367	370
Burglary	61	n/a	207.5	217.8	269.8
Theft	535	n/a	1,820.2	1,266.5	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	80	n/a	272.2	206.5	282.7
Property crime	676	n/a (estimate)	2,300	1,691	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Chamblee, GA

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Chamblee is 21.6% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 155 violent crimes reported in Chamblee, equivalent to 527 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national average by 42.6%. Additionally, Chamblee recorded 676 property crimes, amounting to 2300 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 17.7%.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Chamblee?

What is the prevailing sentiment among Chamblee residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 14 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 50% of Chamblee residents expressed a notable sense of security, asserting that crime was virtually non-existent in their community, and they felt at ease strolling the streets after dark. While, 50% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is Chamblee a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Chamblee a safe place to live?” Although the answer might not be that simple, as some areas are safer than others, getting a good feel for the overall rate of crime can definitely be helpful. Overall, the Chamblee crime rate is 22% higher than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 2.28 crimes per day - 0.42 violent crimes and 1.85 property crimes.

Potential Causes for Crime in Chamblee

In areas where employment options are limited or where a significant proportion of jobs offer meager wages, the likelihood of heightened unemployment and homelessness increases. Regions facing challenges related to unemployment or inadequate income may become more vulnerable to a surge in crime stemming from economic instability. While low unemployment rates tend to lead to reduced crime in most areas. Chamblee currently has an unemployment rate of 2.9%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. This could be one of many factors that could contribute to a higher or lower crime rate.

In Chamblee, 72.2% of residents have graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of a community can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

In cities grappling with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves needing to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, elevating stress levels and potentially fueling domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. Chamblee has a median home price of $301,500, deviating from the national average of $184,700. Large disparities in housing costs can significantly impact the well-being of residents and the prevalence of crime within the community.

Chamblee crime map

The Chamblee crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Chamblee as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Chamblee crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Chamblee crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Chamblee crime rates are 22% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Chamblee are 43% higher than the national average
In Chamblee you have a 1 in 36 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Chamblee is safer than 17% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Chamblee has increased by 38%

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Daily Crime In Chamblee (per 100,000 people)

The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Chamblee on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Georgia and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Chamblee (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Georgia, are 1.37 times more than the state average and 1.22 times more than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Chamblee on a daily basis are 1.44 times more than than Georgia average and 1.43 times more than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Chamblee are 1.36 times more than the daily state average and 1.18 times more than the daily national numbers.

How Safe is Chamblee (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Chamblee to every other city in Georgia, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Chamblee safe? The gauges above illustrate that Chamblee is safer than 21% of every city located within Georgia along with 17% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Georgia and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Chamblee, GA is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Chamblee

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Chamblee is 1 in 190

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Chamblee is 1 in 44

The chance of being a victim of crime in Chamblee is 1 in 36

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Chamblee? In Chamblee, you have a 1 in 190 chance of falling victim to a violent crime, such as rape, robbery, assault, or even murder. In terms of property crime, your chances of being a victim are 1 in 44. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Chamblee, GA is 1 in 36.

Year Over Year Crime In Chamblee (per 100,000 people)

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Chamblee, Georgia (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Chamblee has increased by 55%, the amount of property crime in Chamblee has increased by 35%, and the total amount of crime in Chamblee has increased by 38% year over year.

Chamblee police department

Item	Chamblee	Georgia	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	64	11,364	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	4.0	4.0	3.3

There are a total of 64 Chamblee police officers. This results in 4.0 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 2.1% greater than the Georgia average and 24.2% greater than the National average.

Sex offenders in Georgia

State	Total offenders	Georgia_/100K	National_/100K
Georgia	23,117	275	266

There are a total of 23,117 sex offenders in Georgia. This yields a total of 275 sex offenders in Georgia per 100,000 residents which is 3% greater than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Berkeley Lake, GA	2,324	52	237	289
Avondale Estates, GA	3,142	70	322	392
Johns Creek, GA	84,551	41	475	516
Vinings, GA	12,546	140	644	784
Druid Hills, GA	8,525	140	644	784
North Decatur, GA	15,833	150	690	840
North Druid Hills, GA	18,074	150	690	840
Chamblee, GA	29,874	527	2,300	2,827

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Texarkana, AR	29,864	995	3,644	4,639
Morristown, TN	29,887	720	3,682	4,402
Greenville, MS	29,854	327	2,334	2,661
Oceanside, NY	29,850	282	1,132	1,414
Cornelius, NC	29,836	132	1,007	1,139
Chamblee, GA	29,874	527	2,300	2,827

Source: The Chamblee, GA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.