Fayette, GA County has been facing a concerning level of crime, with the latest statistics showing a higher rate compared to the national average. According to the background information provided, the county has a violent crime rate of 12, while the US average is 22.7. This means that Fayette County falls below the national average when it comes to violent crime, which is a positive sign. However, the county's property crime rate is slightly higher than the national average, with a rate of 30.4 compared to the US average of 35.4. This indicates that there is still work to be done in reducing crime in the county. The local authorities have been implementing various measures, such as increased police presence and community outreach programs, to address the issues of crime and ensure the safety of its residents. While there is still progress to be made, the efforts of the county show a commitment to improving the overall crime rate and creating a safer community for all.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Fayette County violent crime is 12.0. (The US average is 22.7)
Fayette County property crime is 30.4. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Fayette, Georgia does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Smyrna, Georgia. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Smyrna, Georgia. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.