Dacula, GA Crime Rate & Safety

Grade: B+

Lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities

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

43%
Below Avg Crime
1 in 401
Violent Crime Risk
1 in 54
Property Crime Risk

Is Dacula Safe?

Yes — Dacula is safer than most cities

An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.

Dacula has a crime rate that is 43% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 401.

Crime Index Comparison

Dacula
57
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.

Your Chance of Being a Victim

Violent Crime

1 in 401

chance per year

National average: 1 in 263

34% lower than national average

Property Crime

1 in 54

chance per year

National average: 1 in 55

2% higher than national average

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Dacula Crime Breakdown

Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.

Highest Risk
Robbery · 55% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 67% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
54 -46% Low
Assault
33 -67% Low
Robbery
155 +55% Moderate
Rape
128 +28% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
97 -3% Average
Larceny / Theft
96 -4% Average
Vehicle Theft
81 -19% Average

Violent vs Property Crime

Crime Index by Category

Dacula Crime Map

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Dacula Crime by Zip Code

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Dacula Demographics & Context

Population
6,175
Median Income
$68,468
Home Value
$163,171
Median Rent
$1,108
Ownership
79%

Racial Demographics

Hispanic / Latino 11%
White 61.8%
Black 25.9%
Asian 4.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Dacula, GA?

Dacula, GA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 43% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 401 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 54 chance for property crime. Dacula has lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).

Is Dacula, GA safe to live in?

Dacula is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Dacula is strongly recommended.

What is the violent crime rate in Dacula?

The estimated violent crime rate in Dacula is 249.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 34% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 401 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.7 per 100K (46% below average); aggravated assault at 89.6 per 100K (67% below average); robbery at 114.2 per 100K (55% above average).

What is the property crime rate in Dacula?

The estimated property crime rate in Dacula is 1,867.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 2% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 54 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 262.9 per 100K (3% below average); larceny/theft at 1,346.8 per 100K (4% below average); vehicle theft at 257.4 per 100K (19% below average).

How does Dacula crime compare to the national average?

Dacula's overall crime rate is 43% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (55% above average), while assault is 67% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Dacula has lower crime than 80% of them.

Is Dacula safe to visit?

Dacula is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 2% above average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.

How does Dacula crime compare to the rest of Georgia?

Georgia as a whole has crime that is 9% above the national average. Dacula's crime rate is 43% below the national average, making it safer the typical Georgia city.

What type of crime is most common in Dacula?

Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Dacula, with an estimated rate of 1,346.8 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 4% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,867 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (250 per 100K) in Dacula, which is consistent with national trends.

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