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54%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
321%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
4%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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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.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleBlakely/100k peopleGeorgia/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime184n/a (estimate)3,5802,0582,324
Murder1n/a19.58.26.3
Rape4n/a77.836.440.0
Robbery4n/a77.843.666.1
Assault71n/a1,381.6278.8268.2
Violent crime80n/a (estimate)1,557367370
Burglary20n/a389.2217.8269.8
Theft74n/a1,440.01,266.51,401.9
Vehicle theft10n/a194.6206.5282.7
Property crime104n/a (estimate)2,0241,6911,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Blakely, 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 Blakely is 54.1% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 80 violent crimes reported in Blakely, equivalent to 1557 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national average by 321%. Additionally, Blakely recorded 104 property crimes, amounting to 2024 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 3.6%.

Blakely has gained notoriety as one of the most dangerous cities in the United States, given its alarming violent crime rate of 1557 crimes per 100,000 people. In fact, Blakely falls within the lowest 10% among cities reporting violent crimes last year, resulting in a concerning 1 in 65 likelihood of experiencing a violent crime. It's important to note that safety levels may vary across different areas within the city, and this statistic doesn't necessarily reflect the entire city's situation regarding violent crime.

Although the murder rates in America have decreased steadily since 1990, over the last few years there has been an uptick. Blakely has one of the highest murder rates in the country when compared to all other cities that reported crime in the U.S. There were a total of 1 murders in Blakely, which is 19 murders per 100,000 people.

Blakely exhibits a property crime rate closely aligned with the national average. There were 2024 reported property crimes, which closely matches the national average of 1954 per 100,000 people. Consequently, the area's safety profile mirrors that of an average city, neither notably safer nor more dangerous than the norm. This balance suggests that Blakely maintains a consistent approach to property crime prevention in line with the broader national landscape.

Is Blakely a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Blakely 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 Blakely crime rate is 54% higher than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 0.5 crimes per day - 0.22 violent crimes and 0.28 property crimes.

Has Crime in Blakely Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Blakely has increased by 33.3%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Blakely, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has increased by 70.2%, while property crime has increased by 14.3%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Blakely is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Blakely

In Blakely, the current unemployment rate stands at 3.9%, diverging from the national average of 4.7%. The availability of job opportunities is a pivotal factor influencing unemployment and underemployment rates. Communities where individuals contend with limited employment prospects or a preponderance of low-wage positions may witness elevated rates of joblessness and income inadequacy, which can contribute to heightened crime levels driven by financial insecurity. Conversely, areas characterized by robust employment rates often experience a reduction in overall Blakely crime rates.

High cost of living can lead to economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When people struggle to make ends meet due to high housing costs, healthcare expenses, or other basic necessities, they may be more inclined to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. On the flipside, cities that have a lower cost of living, could see a reduced crime rate. In Blakely, the cost of living is 15.88% lower than the national average.

High rent costs can create economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When a significant portion of one's income is spent on housing, there may be less money available for other essential needs such as food, healthcare and education. Economic stress can contribute to desperation and potentially lead individuals to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Average rent rates in Blakely are $756, compared to a national average of $949 per month.

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

  • Blakely crime rates are 54% higher than the national average
  • Violent crimes in Blakely are 321% higher than the national average
  • In Blakely you have a 1 in 28 chance of becoming a victim of crime
  • Blakely is safer than 4% of the cities in the United States
  • Year over year crime in Blakely has increased by 15%

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        Daily Crime In Blakely (per 100,000 people)

        The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Blakely for every 100,000 residents. The Blakely total amount of daily crime is 1.74 times more than the Georgia average and 1.54 times more than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Blakely, is 4.24 times more than the Georgia average, and it is 4.21 times more than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Blakely has a daily crime average that is 1.20 times more than the Georgia average and 1.04 times more than the daily national rate.

        How Safe is Blakely (higher is better)

        When comparing the safety of Blakely to every other city in Georgia, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Blakely safe? The gauges above illustrate that Blakely is safer than 7% of every city located within Georgia along with 4% 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, Blakely, GA is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Blakely

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Blakely is 1 in 65
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Blakely is 1 in 50
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Blakely is 1 in 28
        Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Blakely, Georgia? If you reside in Blakely, then there is a 1 in 65 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 50. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 28 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Blakely.

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

        An ideal indicator of whether Blakely is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in Blakely has increased by 47% and the rate of property crime in Blakely has decreased by 1%. The total crime rate in Blakely has increased by 15% year to year.

        Blakely police department

        Item Blakely Georgia National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)n/a11,364558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residentsn/a4.03.3

        Sex offenders in Georgia

        State Total offenders Georgia /100K National /100K
        Georgia23,117275266
        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
        Columbia, AL8320145145
        Arlington, GA1,1591958981,093
        Colquitt, GA2,1582181,0041,222
        Edison, GA1,3291622,0212,183
        Haleburg, AL1204311,8322,262
        Bluffton, GA2254542,0922,547
        Blakely, GA4,6051,5572,0243,580

        Cities with similar population

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        North Kansas City, MO4,6061,08112,63813,719
        Buffalo, WY4,606889421,029
        Columbiana, AL4,60243712,23812,675
        Redland, AL4,602130555685
        Flemington, NJ4,6011222,2752,397
        Blakely, GA4,6051,5572,0243,580
        Source: The Blakely, 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.