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72%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
64%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
73%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2024 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2025; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleHomerville/100k peopleGeorgia/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime14n/a (estimate)6022,0012,119
Murder1n/a43.06.95.0
Rape0n/a0.032.237.5
Robbery1n/a43.040.860.6
Assault1n/a43.0245.9256.1
Violent crime3n/a (estimate)129326359
Burglary3n/a129.0202.8229.2
Theft8n/a344.11,247.31,272.1
Vehicle theft0n/a0.0224.7258.8
Property crime11n/a (estimate)4731,6751,760

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The Homerville crime map by CrimeoMeter provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Homerville 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 Homerville crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Homerville 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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An Overview of Crime Rates in Homerville, GA

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Homerville is 71.6% lower 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 Homerville, there were 3 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 129 per 100,000 individuals, 64.1% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 11 property crimes, amounting to 473 per 100,000 residents, 73.1% lower than the U.S. average.

Homerville has a crime rate of 602, which is considerably less than the national average of 2119. This results in Homerville being one of the safest places to live across the United States. The crime rate is based on the total number of violent and property crimes per 100,000 people.

Despite a steady decline in murder rates in the United States since 1990, recent years have witnessed an unfortunate uptick. Homerville stands out with one of the nation's highest murder rates, surpassing other cities that reported crime. In Homerville, there were a total of 1 murders, translating to 43 murders per 100,000 people, underscoring the pressing need for continued efforts to address and reduce severe violent crime in the area.

Since 1990, property crime rates per 100,000 people in the United States have steadily decreased. Recently, the average did increase slightly. Having said that, Homerville has a property crime rate that is well below the national average with only 473 reported property crimes compared to the national average of 1760. Based on this report, Homerville remains a very safe place to live with regards to property crime.

The United States contends with some of the world's highest vehicle theft rates, with approximately 300 vehicle thefts per 100,000 individuals. Remarkably, only a modest fraction, approximately 10%, of cities have been fortunate enough to have zero reported instances of stolen vehicles. Homerville stands out as one of these cities, as it reported no vehicle thefts in the most recent crime report, underscoring its commitment to a secure environment.

Is Homerville a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Homerville 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 Homerville crime rate is 72% lower than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 0.04 crimes per day - 0.01 violent crimes and 0.03 property crimes.

Has Crime in Homerville 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 Homerville 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 Homerville has decreased by 53.3% year over year. Violent crime has decreased by 25% and property crime has decreased by 57.7%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Homerville

Regions characterized by high population density frequently encompass expansive urban hubs that offer diverse economic prospects. In such areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, creating pockets of poverty alongside affluence. Economic disparities within these regions may correlate with elevated property crimes and, in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density numbers generally exhibit reduced Homerville crime rates. Homerville registers a population density of 576.9 people per square mile, in contrast to the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

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 Homerville, 66% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

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 Homerville, the cost of living is 19.74% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Homerville crime rates are 72% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Homerville are 64% lower than the national average
      • In Homerville you have a 1 in 167 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Homerville is safer than 46% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Homerville has decreased by 40%

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        Daily Crime In Homerville (per 100,000 people)

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        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Homerville

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Homerville is 1 in 776
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Homerville is 1 in 212
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Homerville is 1 in 167

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

        Homerville police department

        Item Homerville Georgia National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)1011,364558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents4.04.03.3
        There are a total of 10 Homerville police officers. This results in 4.0 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 2.1% greater than the Georgia average and 24.3% greater than the National average.

        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.

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        Argyle, GA4635252,7003,225
        Homerville, GA2,015129473602

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        Source: The Homerville, GA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2024. 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.