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38%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
64%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
33%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleCenterville/100k peopleGeorgia/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime119n/a (estimate)1,4462,0582,324
Murder0n/a0.08.26.3
Rape0n/a0.036.440.0
Robbery2n/a24.343.666.1
Assault9n/a109.4278.8268.2
Violent crime11n/a (estimate)134367370
Burglary10n/a121.5217.8269.8
Theft88n/a1,069.31,266.51,401.9
Vehicle theft10n/a121.5206.5282.7
Property crime108n/a (estimate)1,3121,6911,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Centerville, GA

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Centerville is 37.8% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 11 violent crimes reported in Centerville, equivalent to 134 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 63.9%. Additionally, Centerville recorded 108 property crimes, amounting to 1312 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 32.9%.

In the latest reported crime year, Centerville 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 Centerville?

AreaVibes surveyed 5 local residents in Centerville to gauge the safety of the area. Based on the results, 60% of people answered that there was very little crime in Centerville and that they felt very comfortable walking alone at night. Another 40% of people responded that there was far too much crime and they would be hesitant to walk the streets alone at night. Keep in mind that the opinions of residents may vary depending on which area they live in.

Is Centerville a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Centerville a safe place to live?” Although the answer might not be that simple, as some areas are safer than others, getting a good feel for the overall rate of crime can definitely be helpful. Overall, the Centerville crime rate is 38% lower than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 0.33 crimes per day - 0.03 violent crimes and 0.3 property crimes.

Has Crime in Centerville Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Centerville crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Centerville has increased by 9.2% year over year. Violent crime has didn't change by 0% and property crime has increased by 10.2%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Centerville

In Centerville, the poverty rate currently stands at 10.9%, which contrasts with the national average of 15.1%. It's essential to recognize that the economic status of a city's inhabitants could be a pivotal factor influencing crime stats. Communities grappling with high poverty rates and income inequality are often susceptible to elevated crime levels, as some individuals may turn to unlawful activities to fulfill their essential needs. While lower poverty rates could lead to a reduction in Centerville crime rates.

If employment opportunities are limited or if many jobs offer low wages, it can lead to higher rates of unemployment and underemployment, which could lead to an increase in Centerville crime rates. Areas where individuals struggle with unemployment or low wages, may be more susceptible to an increase in criminal activities as a result of financial insecurity. While lower rates of unemployment or a surplus of job opportunities could lead to a decrease in crime as their basic needs are being met. Centerville has an unemployment rate of 1.9%, compared to a 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 Centerville crime rates. The population density in Centerville is 1982.7 people per square mile, while the national average is 90.6 people per square mile.

Centerville crime map



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

      • Centerville crime rates are 38% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Centerville are 64% lower than the national average
      • In Centerville you have a 1 in 70 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Centerville is safer than 62% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Centerville has increased by 7%

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        Daily Crime In Centerville (per 100,000 people)

        The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Centerville, GA per 100,000 people. In Centerville, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.42 times less than the Georgia average and 1.61 times less than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Centerville is 2.75 times less than the Georgia average and 2.77 times less than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Centerville has a daily crime rate that is 1.29 times less than the Georgia average and 1.49 times less than the overall daily national average.

        How Safe is Centerville (higher is better)

        What are the odds that you'll be safer in Centerville, Georgia compared to other areas of Georgia, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Centerville safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Centerville is safer than 68% of Georgia cities, and 62% 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 Centerville. At this time, Centerville sees a above average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Centerville

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Centerville is 1 in 749
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Centerville is 1 in 77
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Centerville is 1 in 70
        Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Centerville, Georgia? If you reside in Centerville, then there is a 1 in 749 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 77. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 70 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Centerville.

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

        An analysis of year to year crime rates in Centerville, Georgia (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Centerville has decreased by 1%, the amount of property crime in Centerville has increased by 8%, and the total amount of crime in Centerville has increased by 7% year over year.

        Centerville police department

        Item Centerville Georgia National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)1911,364558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.64.03.3
        There are a total of 19 Centerville police officers. This results in 2.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 35.4% less than the Georgia average and 21.4% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Georgia

        State Total offenders Georgia /100K National /100K
        Georgia23,117275266
        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
        Marshallville, GA1,2841858521,036
        Byron, GA5,1701182,2512,369
        Perry, GA17,2352462,2232,468
        Macon-Bibb County, GA153,0265952,7403,334
        Warner Robins, GA76,9677173,6594,376
        Fort Valley, GA8,8171,1963,4214,617
        Centerville, GA7,8211341,3121,446

        Cities with similar population

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Ashland, VA7,8195742,1932,767
        Joshua, TX7,8182798721,151
        Quincy, WA7,8151662,4962,663
        Richfield, UT7,8131793,0313,210
        Grove City, PA7,8293281,7382,067
        Centerville, GA7,8211341,3121,446
        Source: The Centerville, GA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. 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.