Winder, GA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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26%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

26%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

26%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2023 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2024; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Winder_{/100k people}	Georgia_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	336	n/a (estimate)	1,686	2,175	2,281
Murder	1	n/a	5.0	7.1	5.7
Rape	6	n/a	30.1	32.5	38.0
Robbery	5	n/a	25.1	42.2	66.5
Assault	42	n/a	210.8	270.0	264.1
Violent crime	54	n/a (estimate)	271	352	364
Burglary	24	n/a	120.5	223.3	250.7
Theft	237	n/a	1,189.5	1,349.4	1,347.2
Vehicle theft	21	n/a	105.4	250.6	318.7
Property crime	282	n/a (estimate)	1,415	1,823	1,917

An Overview of Crime Rates in Winder, GA

The Winder crime rates are 14.6% lower 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 68 violent crimes in Winder (350 per 100,000 people), which is 5.2% lower than the national average and there were a total of 317 property crimes (1634 per 100,000 residents) which is 16.4% lower than average.

For violent crimes per 100,000 people, Winder has a rate of violent crime that is very close to the national average. There were a total of 350 violent crimes, while the national average reported 370. This is an indication that the level of crime is essentially on par with all other cities.

In the latest reported crime year, Winder recorded zero homicides. This statistic potentially positions the city as a paragon of security, radiating a profound sense of safety for its residents. A low number of severe violent crimes instills a deep feeling of well-being among its community but also establishes a lofty benchmark for other locales aspiring to foster equally secure environments.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Winder?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Winder. Based on the results of the surveys (27 responses), 52% of people felt that there was very little crime in Winder and felt safe walking alone at night. While 48% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Winder a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Winder 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. Winder has a total crime rate that is 15% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 1.05 daily crimes (0.19 violent daily crimes and 0.87 daily property crimes) in Winder.

Potential Causes for Crime in Winder

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. Winder, for instance, reports an unemployment rate of 3.9%, which differs from the national average of 4.7%.

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 Winder crime rates. The population density in Winder is 1246.2 people per square mile, while the national average is 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 Winder, 71.2% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

Winder crime map

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

Winder crime rates are 26% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Winder are 26% lower than the national average
In Winder you have a 1 in 60 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Winder is safer than 33% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Winder has decreased by 15%

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Daily Crime In Winder (per 100,000 people)

The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Winder on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Georgia and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Winder (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Georgia, are 1.29 times less than the state average and 1.35 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Winder on a daily basis are 1.30 times less than than Georgia average and 1.34 times less than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Winder are 1.29 times less than the daily state average and 1.35 times less than the daily national numbers.

How Safe is Winder (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in Winder, Georgia compared to other areas of Georgia, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Winder safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Winder is safer than 42% of Georgia cities, and 33% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Georgia, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Winder. At this time, Winder sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Winder

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Winder is 1 in 369

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Winder is 1 in 71

The chance of being a victim of crime in Winder is 1 in 60

Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Winder, Georgia? If you reside in Winder, then there is a 1 in 369 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 71. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 60 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Winder.

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

The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Winder is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Winder has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have decreased by 23% in Winder, while property crimes in Winder have decreased by 13%. Total crime has decreased by 15% year over year.

Winder police department

Item	Winder	Georgia	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	46	11,364	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	3.2	4.0	3.3

There are a total of 46 Winder police officers. This results in 3.2 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 19% less than the Georgia average and 1.5% 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}
Hoschton, GA	2,039	55	286	341
Grayson, GA	4,303	91	474	565
Bogart, GA	1,542	100	516	616
Jefferson, GA	11,619	55	624	679
Between, GA	416	142	736	879
Statham, GA	2,692	145	749	894
Bethlehem, GA	1,042	146	757	903
Winder, GA	17,054	271	1,415	1,686

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Mount Pleasant, TX	17,058	463	1,860	2,323
Bristol, VA	17,059	511	3,921	4,432
East Cleveland, OH	17,047	1,603	2,824	4,427
Pinewood, FL	17,044	315	1,649	1,964
Neabsco, VA	17,038	158	1,113	1,271
Winder, GA	17,054	271	1,415	1,686

Source: The Winder, GA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2023. 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.