Suwanee, GA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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23%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

50%

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}	Suwanee_{/100k people}	Georgia_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	411	n/a (estimate)	1,794	2,058	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	8.2	6.3
Rape	10	n/a	43.6	36.4	40.0
Robbery	6	n/a	26.2	43.6	66.1
Assault	26	n/a	113.5	278.8	268.2
Violent crime	42	n/a (estimate)	183	367	370
Burglary	32	n/a	139.7	217.8	269.8
Theft	323	n/a	1,409.8	1,266.5	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	14	n/a	61.1	206.5	282.7
Property crime	369	n/a (estimate)	1,611	1,691	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Suwanee, GA

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Suwanee crime rate is 22.8% lower than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Suwanee, there were 42 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 183 per 100,000 individuals, 50.4% lower than the national average. Additionally, Suwanee recorded 369 property crimes, amounting to 1611 per 100,000 residents, 17.6% lower than the U.S. average.

During the most recently reported crime year, Suwanee experienced a total of 0 reported murders. This statistic paints it as a beacon of security when it comes to severe violent crimes. Such an achievement not only instills a profound sense of security for its residents but also sets a high standard for other communities striving to create similarly secure environments. It underscores the area as a place where safety is a top priority, enhancing its appeal as a desirable location to live and thrive.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Suwanee?

AreaVibes surveyed 10 local residents in Suwanee to gauge the safety of the area. Based on the results, 90% of people answered that there was very little crime in Suwanee and that they felt very comfortable walking alone at night. Another 10% of people responded that there was far too much crime and they would be hesitant to walk the streets alone at night. Keep in mind that the opinions of residents may vary depending on which area they live in.

Is Suwanee a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Suwanee is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Suwanee has a total crime rate that is 23% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 1.13 daily crimes (0.12 violent daily crimes and 1.01 daily property crimes) in Suwanee.

Has Crime in Suwanee 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 Suwanee 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 Suwanee has increased by 45.2% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 16.7% and property crime has increased by 49.4%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Suwanee

Suwanee has a poverty rate that stands at 11.3, in contrast to the national average of 15.1. Historically, a direct correlation has been observed between poverty rates and crime stats. Higher poverty rates have led to higher crime rates, while lower poverty rates have led to a reduction in Suwanee crime rates. Income disparities and heightened poverty levels can serve as catalysts for elevated or reduced criminal activity, as individuals may or may not turn to illicit means to fulfill their basic needs. This could be one of many factors that may influence crime.

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. Suwanee currently has an unemployment rate of 3.6%, 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.

The level of education within a community can impact crime rates. Higher educational attainment often correlates with lower crime rates, as it provides individuals with better job opportunities and alternatives to criminal behavior. While lower educational achievement rates tend to lead to higher crime rates. In Suwanee, 91.6% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

Suwanee crime map

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

Suwanee crime rates are 23% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Suwanee are 50% lower than the national average
In Suwanee you have a 1 in 56 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Suwanee is safer than 51% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Suwanee has increased by 37%

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Daily Crime In Suwanee (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Suwanee, Georgia is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Suwanee are 1.15 times less than the Georgia average and 1.30 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Suwanee are 2.00 times less than than Georgia and 2.02 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Suwanee are 1.05 times less than than Georgia and 1.21 times less than the national average.

How Safe is Suwanee (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Suwanee to every other city in Georgia, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Suwanee safe? The gauges above illustrate that Suwanee is safer than 60% of every city located within Georgia along with 51% 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, Suwanee, GA is ranked above average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Suwanee

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Suwanee is 1 in 546

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Suwanee is 1 in 63

The chance of being a victim of crime in Suwanee is 1 in 56

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Suwanee? In Suwanee, you have a 1 in 546 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 63. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Suwanee, GA is 1 in 56.

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

The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Suwanee is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Suwanee has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have increased by 10% in Suwanee, while property crimes in Suwanee have increased by 41%. Total crime has increased by 37% year over year.

Suwanee police department

Item	Suwanee	Georgia	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	43	11,364	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.7	4.0	3.3

There are a total of 43 Suwanee police officers. This results in 2.7 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 31.7% less than the Georgia average and 16.8% 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}
Berkeley Lake, GA	2,324	52	237	289
Grayson, GA	4,303	82	379	461
Johns Creek, GA	84,551	41	475	516
Milton, GA	39,252	70	632	702
Mountain Park city, GA	638	152	702	855
Peachtree Corners, GA	43,516	159	731	889
Flowery Branch, GA	7,896	92	1,144	1,236
Suwanee, GA	20,444	183	1,611	1,794

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Ashland, KY	20,449	188	2,469	2,657
Lockport, NY	20,420	665	2,668	3,333
Grayslake, IL	20,482	184	983	1,166
Northfield, MN	20,399	125	742	868
Elko, NV	20,396	465	1,926	2,391
Suwanee, GA	20,444	183	1,611	1,794

Source: The Suwanee, 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.