Hinesville, GA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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41%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

68%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

36%

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}	Hinesville_{/100k people}	Georgia_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	1,159	n/a (estimate)	3,270	2,058	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	2.8	8.2	6.3
Rape	17	n/a	48.0	36.4	40.0
Robbery	13	n/a	36.7	43.6	66.1
Assault	189	n/a	533.3	278.8	268.2
Violent crime	220	n/a (estimate)	621	367	370
Burglary	86	n/a	242.6	217.8	269.8
Theft	786	n/a	2,217.6	1,266.5	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	67	n/a	189.0	206.5	282.7
Property crime	939	n/a (estimate)	2,649	1,691	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Hinesville, GA

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Hinesville is 40.7% higher than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Hinesville, there were 220 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 621 per 100,000 individuals, 67.9% higher than the national average. Additionally, there were 939 property crimes, amounting to 2649 per 100,000 residents, 35.6% higher than the U.S. average.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Hinesville?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Hinesville residents. Out of the respondents (34 in total), 65% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Hinesville were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 35% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Hinesville a Safe Place to Live?

Determining whether Hinesville is a place to live may not always yield a simple answer, given the city's varying safety levels across different areas. Nonetheless, comprehending the city's overall crime rate can be a valuable asset. In broad terms, Hinesville has an overall crime rate that is 41% higher than the national average. When we take a look at crime on a daily basis, this translates into 3.18 daily occurrences, comprising 0.6 violent crimes and 2.57 property crimes. Scrutinizing these statistics provides a foundation for a more informed assessment of the suitability of Hinesville as a potential place to establish residency.

Has Crime in Hinesville Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Hinesville crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Hinesville has decreased by 14% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 49.7% and property crime has decreased by 21.8%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Hinesville

High population density areas are often large urban centers with diverse economic opportunities. These areas can exacerbate income inequality, with pockets of poverty existing alongside affluence. Areas with economic disparities may experience higher property crimes and, in some cases, violent crimes. On the other hand, areas with low population density tend to see lower Hinesville crime rates. The population density in Hinesville is 1819 people per square mile, while the national average is 90.6 people per square mile.

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Hinesville, the cost of living is 9.21% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

The effectiveness of law enforcement and community policing initiatives can influence crime rates. A strong and collaborative relationship between the police and the community can deter criminal activity and improve safety. In Hinesville, there are 2.69 police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents, compared to the national average of 3.25. The effectiveness of law enforcement often depends on community policing strategies that emphasize building trust and cooperation between the police and the community. It's not just about the number of officers but also how they engage with the community.

Hinesville crime map

The Hinesville crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Hinesville 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 Hinesville crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Hinesville 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

Hinesville crime rates are 41% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Hinesville are 68% higher than the national average
In Hinesville you have a 1 in 31 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Hinesville is safer than 12% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Hinesville has decreased by 20%

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Daily Crime In Hinesville (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Hinesville for every 100,000 residents. The Hinesville total amount of daily crime is 1.59 times more than the Georgia average and 1.41 times more than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Hinesville, is 1.69 times more than the Georgia average, and it is 1.68 times more than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Hinesville has a daily crime average that is 1.57 times more than the Georgia average and 1.36 times more than the daily national rate.

How Safe is Hinesville (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Hinesville in comparison to other Georgia communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Hinesville safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Hinesville being safer than 16% of cities in Georgia and 12% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Georgia cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Hinesville. In conclusion, Hinesville ranks below average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Hinesville

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Hinesville is 1 in 162

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Hinesville is 1 in 38

The chance of being a victim of crime in Hinesville is 1 in 31

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Hinesville? If you reside in Hinesville, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 162. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 38 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Hinesville, is 1 in 31.

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

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Hinesville, 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 Hinesville has increased by 40%, the amount of property crime in Hinesville has decreased by 27%, and the total amount of crime in Hinesville has decreased by 20% year over year.

Hinesville police department

Item	Hinesville	Georgia	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	94	11,364	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.7	4.0	3.3

There are a total of 94 Hinesville police officers. This results in 2.7 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 31.9% less than the Georgia average and 17.1% less 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}
Midway, GA	2,075	154	711	866
Ludowici, GA	2,223	170	784	954
Walthourville, GA	4,090	304	1,399	1,703
Flemington, GA	949	341	1,570	1,911
Allenhurst, GA	584	432	1,991	2,423
Riceboro, GA	826	522	2,407	2,929
Gumbranch, GA	366	530	2,442	2,972
Hinesville, GA	33,304	621	2,649	3,270

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Lexington, MA	33,304	44	286	330
Holland, MI	33,329	322	1,339	1,661
Springville, UT	33,251	108	1,043	1,152
Alabaster, AL	33,373	97	2,096	2,193
Prairieville, LA	33,228	396	1,728	2,124
Hinesville, GA	33,304	621	2,649	3,270

Source: The Hinesville, 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.