Located in the heart of Georgia, Oglethorpe County has a reputation for being a quiet and peaceful community. However, recent statistics show that this picturesque county is not immune to crime. According to data provided by
, the violent crime rate in Oglethorpe County is 18, which is slightly lower than the national average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery. The property crime rate, which includes theft, burglary, and arson, is also slightly above the national average at 36.5 compared to 35.4. While Oglethorpe County may not have the highest crime rates in the country, it is important for residents to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and the security of their property.Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Oglethorpe County violent crime is 18.0. (The US average is 22.7)
Oglethorpe County property crime is 36.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Oglethorpe, Georgia does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Jefferson, Georgia. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Jefferson, Georgia. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.