Oakland Hills Neighborhood, Atlanta

Crime Rate & Statistics

F+

Very high crime — well above the national average across categories

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 175 / 300 High
Violent Crime 170
70% above national avg
Property Crime 134
34% above national avg

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in Atlanta

Is Oakland Hills Safe?

No — this area has very high crime. Oakland Hills in Atlanta, GA has a safety grade of F+. The overall crime index is 175, which is 75% above the national average of 100.

Compared to the Atlanta average (crime index 122), Oakland Hills is 53% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 182, 82% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 81). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this neighborhood.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 182 (82% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 81 (19% below avg)

Oakland Hills Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Atlanta city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
167 +67% High
Assault
180 +80% High
Robbery
149 +49% Moderate
Rape
182 +82% High
Property Crime
Burglary
81 -19% Average
Larceny / Theft
146 +46% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
174 +74% High

How Oakland Hills Compares

Crime index by category: Oakland Hills vs Atlanta average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Oakland Hills Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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Oakland Hills Demographics & Context

Population
152
Median Income
$30,844
Home Value
$246,204
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
4,076/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.9%
Graduate Degree 7.9%

Housing

40%
60%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 0.4%
Black 96.7%
Hispanic 1.3%
Asian 0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Oakland Hills, Atlanta?

Oakland Hills in Atlanta, GA has a crime safety grade of F+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 175, which is 75% above the national average. Compared to the Atlanta average, crime in Oakland Hills is 53% higher.

Is Oakland Hills a safe neighborhood in Atlanta?

Oakland Hills has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of F+. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Rape (index: 182), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 81).

How does Oakland Hills compare to the rest of Atlanta?

Oakland Hills's overall crime index is 175, compared to the Atlanta average of 122. This means crime in Oakland Hills is 53% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 170, and for property crime it is 134. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Oakland Hills?

The most prevalent crime type in Oakland Hills is Rape, with a crime index of 182 (82% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are safer neighborhoods near Oakland Hills?

Nearby neighborhoods include Collier Heights, Brookview Heights, Carey Park, Center Hill. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Oakland Hills?

Oakland Hills has a population of approximately 152. The median household income is $30,844. The median home value is $246,204. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Oakland Hills crime compare to the national average?

Oakland Hills's overall crime rate is 75% above the national average (index 175 vs 100). For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.