Roane County, located in Tennessee, has a slightly higher rate of violent crime compared to the national average of 22.7, with a rate of 24.4. This includes crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery. While this may be concerning, it is important to note that Roane County also has a property crime rate of 48.5, significantly higher than the national average of 35.4. Property crimes include theft, burglary, and motor vehicle theft. These statistics serve as a reminder that even in smaller, more rural counties, crime can still be a pressing issue. It is important for law enforcement and community members to work together to address and prevent both violent and property crimes in Roane County.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Roane County violent crime is 24.4. (The US average is 22.7)
Roane County property crime is 48.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Roane, Tennessee does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Smyrna, Tennessee. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Smyrna, Tennessee. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.