Buford, GA Crime


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Buford, GA has experienced a higher rate of crime than the national average, according to the latest statistics. With a violent crime rate of 31.3, compared to the US average of 22.7, the city has been grappling with issues of safety and security. This is further compounded by a property crime rate of 70.2, which is almost double the national average of 35.4. Despite being a peaceful and picturesque city, Buford has been plagued by incidents of theft, burglary, and even violent crimes such as assault and robbery. The community has been working closely with law enforcement to address these issues and make Buford a safer place for its residents. However, the higher crime rates are a cause for concern and it is important for individuals to take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their property.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Buford violent crime is 31.3. (The US average is 22.7)
Buford property crime is 70.2. (The US average is 35.4)


NOTE: The city of Buford, Georgia does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Suwanee, Georgia. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Suwanee, Georgia. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Flowery Branch, GA Crime History
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Flowery Branch, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock62018
Suwanee, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock62019
Oakwood, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock102018
Braselton, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock102019
Cumming, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock102017
Lawrenceville, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock112017
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Suwanee, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock62019
Braselton, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock102019
Lawrenceville, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock112017
Duluth, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock122018
Gainesville, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock152018
Norcross, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock172018

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Over 2 years ago

Lived here in Buford for 10 years. I love Buford! I never plan on leaving. Close enough to Atlanta, but far enough away also. Love the diversity in Gwinnett County! It  More

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Over 10 years ago

Buford is a great place to live because the school system is great. It's a great place to live. The only thing that if I issue is that you can get looked at if you are a  More

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As a former New Yorker (Long Island) it took a while to get used to NOT waiting on a long line when you go shopping or out to dinner or the DMV. Driving around in my  More

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