Crime Safety Grade

A-

Alpharetta, GA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 99% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

Is Alpharetta Safe?

With an overall crime index of 17, Alpharetta has a 83% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 417. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like White Columns earning an A+ grade while White Columns rates A+.

Crime Index Comparison

Alpharetta
17
Georgia Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
17
83% below average
Violent Crime
60
40% below average
Property Crime
53
47% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Alpharetta

1 in 417

Property crime: 1 in 472

Where Is It Safe in Alpharetta?

Alpharetta Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 42% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 82% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 20 ▼ 80%
Assault Violent 18 ▼ 82%
Robbery Violent 142 ▲ 42%
Burglary Property 75 ▼ 25%
Larceny / Theft Property 45 ▼ 55%
Vehicle Theft Property 39 ▼ 61%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Alpharetta Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 White Columns A+ 3
2 Windward A+ 17
3 Country Club of the South A+ 5
4 The Manor Golf and Country Club A+ 7
5 Echelon A+ 52

Alpharetta Crime by Zip Code

Alpharetta Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
66,566
Median Income
$119,568
Home Value
$446,641
Median Rent
$1,464
Home Ownership
68%

Racial Demographics

White
64.6%
Black
11.1%
Hispanic
7.7%
Asian
18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Alpharetta?
Alpharetta has an overall crime index of 17, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Alpharetta are rated A or B for safety.
Is Alpharetta safe to live in?
Alpharetta has a crime safety grade of A-. Very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Alpharetta?
The safest neighborhoods in Alpharetta based on crime data include White Columns, Windward, Country Club of the South, The Manor Golf and Country Club, and Echelon. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Alpharetta crime compare to the national average?
Alpharetta's overall crime index is 17 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 83% lower than the typical US city.

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