Crime Safety Grade

C

Covington, GA Crime Rate

Higher crime than 73% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Covington Safe?

With an overall crime index of 130, Covington has a 30% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 212. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Lakewood Estates earning an B+ grade while Lakewood Estates rates B+.

Crime Index Comparison

Covington
130
Georgia Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
130
30% above average
Violent Crime
118
18% above average
Property Crime
137
37% above average
Safe Areas
67%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Covington

1 in 212

Property crime: 1 in 182

Where Is It Safe in Covington?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Lakewood Estates
B+
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Covington Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 54% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 9% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 137 ▲ 37%
Assault Violent 91 ▼ 9%
Robbery Violent 125 ▲ 25%
Burglary Property 107 ▲ 7%
Larceny / Theft Property 154 ▲ 54%
Vehicle Theft Property 149 ▲ 49%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Covington Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Lakewood Estates B+ 97
2 The Enclave at Gross Lake B+ 98
3 Nelson Heights D- 194

Covington Crime by Zip Code

30016
A- Index: 72
30014
B+ Index: 113

Covington Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
14,113
Median Income
$39,818
Home Value
$177,291
Median Rent
$952
Home Ownership
40%

Racial Demographics

White
42.1%
Black
52.2%
Hispanic
5.6%
Asian
1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Covington?
Covington has an overall crime index of 130, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 67% of neighborhoods in Covington are rated A or B for safety.
Is Covington safe to live in?
Covington has a crime safety grade of C. Higher than average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Covington?
The safest neighborhoods in Covington based on crime data include Lakewood Estates, The Enclave at Gross Lake, and Nelson Heights. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Covington crime compare to the national average?
Covington's overall crime index is 130 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 30% higher than the typical US city.

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