30523 Zip Code, Clarkesville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Clarkesville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 129 / 300 High
Violent Crime 118
18% above national avg
Property Crime 94
6% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 30523 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 30523 in Clarkesville, GA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Clarkesville.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 141, 41% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 70). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 141 (41% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 70 (30% below avg)

30523 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
109 +9% Moderate
Assault
136 +36% Moderate
Robbery
103 +3% Moderate
Rape
123 +23% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
141 +41% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
70 -30% Low
Vehicle Theft
72 -28% Low

30523 Crime Map

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

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30523 Demographics & Context

Population
13,561
Median Income
$69,987
Home Value
$358,688
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
72/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.7%
Graduate Degree 11.3%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.2%
Black 1%
Hispanic 4.7%
Asian 0.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 30523, Clarkesville?

Zip code 30523 in Clarkesville, GA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 30523 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Clarkesville.

Is Zip code 30523 a safe neighborhood in Clarkesville?

Zip code 30523 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Clarkesville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 141), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 70). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Clarkesville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 30523?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 30523 is Burglary, with a crime index of 141 (41% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 30523?

Zip code 30523 has a population of approximately 13,561. The median household income is $69,987. The median home value is $358,688. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 30523 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 30523's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Clarkesville, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. 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.