| Statistic | Reportedincidents | /100k people | Forest Park/100k people | Georgia/100k people | National/100k people |
| Total crime | 661 | n/a (estimate) | 3,437 | 2,001 | 2,119 |
| Murder | 6 | n/a | 31.2 | 6.9 | 5.0 |
| Rape | 4 | n/a | 20.8 | 32.2 | 37.5 |
| Robbery | 21 | n/a | 109.2 | 40.8 | 60.6 |
| Assault | 79 | n/a | 410.8 | 245.9 | 256.1 |
| Violent crime | 110 | n/a (estimate) | 572 | 326 | 359 |
| Burglary | 71 | n/a | 369.2 | 202.8 | 229.2 |
| Theft | 368 | n/a | 1,913.5 | 1,247.3 | 1,272.1 |
| Vehicle theft | 112 | n/a | 582.4 | 224.7 | 258.8 |
| Property crime | 551 | n/a (estimate) | 2,865 | 1,675 | 1,760 |
The Forest Park crime rates are 62.2% higher than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 110 violent crimes in Forest Park (572 per 100,000 people), which is 59.3% higher than the national average and there were a total of 551 property crimes (2865 per 100,000 residents) which is 62.8% higher than average.
Although murder rates are essentially half of what they used to be 30+ years ago, some cities still struggle with higher rates than others. Forest Park is one of those cities. In the last reported crime year, there were a total of 6 murders in Forest Park, which equates to 31 murders per 100,000 people. This results in Forest Park being a very dangerous place to live.
With a total of 112 vehicle thefts last year, Forest Park has one of the most stolen cars in the country at 582 per 100,000 people. This lands Forest Park in the bottom 10% of all cities that reported crime and the chance of any vehicle being stolen is one in 172.
AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Forest Park residents. Out of the respondents (19 in total), 16% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Forest Park were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 84% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.
To determine if Forest Park 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. Forest Park has a total crime rate that is 62% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 1.81 daily crimes (0.3 violent daily crimes and 1.51 daily property crimes) in Forest Park.
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 Forest Park 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 Forest Park has decreased by 43.7% year over year. Violent crime has decreased by 48.6% and property crime has decreased by 42.6%.
Limited employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-wage jobs can result in higher rates of unemployment and underemployment. Regions where individuals grapple with joblessness or meager wages may exhibit greater vulnerability to an uptick in crime due to financial instability. While areas that have strong employment rates, often will see a reduction in overall crime. Forest Park, for instance, reports an unemployment rate of 4.5%, which differs from the national average of 4.9%.
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 Forest Park crime rates. The population density in Forest Park is 2181.8 people per square mile, while the national average is 90.6 people per square mile.
In areas where housing affordability is an issue, crime can become a significant concern. Some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions, which can increase stress and potentially contribute to domestic disputes and related crimes. The median home price in Forest Park is $136,132, compared to a national average of $326,622.
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| Item | Forest Park | Georgia | National |
| Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians) | 107 | 11,364 | 558,732 |
| Police officers & civilians /1000 residents | 5.7 | 4.0 | 3.3 |
| State | Total offenders | Georgia /100K | National /100K |
| Georgia | 23,117 | 275 | 266 |
| City | Population | Violent crime/100k people | Property crime/100k people | Total crime/100k people |
| Avondale Estates, GA | 3,259 | 62 | 319 | 381 |
| Tyrone, GA | 7,614 | 50 | 461 | 511 |
| Druid Hills, GA | 8,758 | 114 | 588 | 702 |
| North Decatur, GA | 16,271 | 133 | 683 | 816 |
| North Druid Hills, GA | 18,655 | 133 | 683 | 816 |
| Bonanza, GA | 4,016 | 172 | 886 | 1,058 |
| Atlanta, GA | 514,426 | 176 | 905 | 1,081 |
| Forest Park, GA | 20,312 | 572 | 2,865 | 3,437 |
| City | Population | Violent crime/100k people | Property crime/100k people | Total crime/100k people |
| Baldwin, PA | 20,310 | 243 | 1,418 | 1,661 |
| Monroe, MI | 20,296 | 439 | 1,394 | 1,832 |
| Sherwood, OR | 20,329 | 131 | 1,520 | 1,651 |
| El Reno, OK | 20,289 | 205 | 1,357 | 1,563 |
| Murrysville, PA | 20,277 | 24 | 232 | 256 |
| Forest Park, GA | 20,312 | 572 | 2,865 | 3,437 |
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