30297 Zip Code, Forest Park

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Forest Park

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 121 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 128
28% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 30297 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 30297 in Forest Park, GA has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Forest Park.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 106).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 131 (31% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 106 (6% above avg)

30297 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
115 +15% Moderate
Assault
116 +16% Moderate
Robbery
124 +24% Moderate
Rape
106 +6% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
130 +30% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
131 +31% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
122 +22% Moderate

30297 Crime Map

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30297 Demographics & Context

Population
28,172
Median Income
$40,568
Home Value
$165,363
Median Age
31
Pop. Density
2,485/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.7%
Graduate Degree 4.1%

Housing

39%
61%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 24.7%
Black 43.6%
Hispanic 35.3%
Asian 8.6%
30297 Crime Map
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Forest Park Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 30297, Forest Park?

Zip code 30297 in Forest Park, GA has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average. Zip code 30297 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Forest Park.

Is Zip code 30297 a safe neighborhood in Forest Park?

Zip code 30297 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Forest Park, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 131), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 106). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Forest Park.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 30297?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 30297 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 131 (31% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 30297?

Zip code 30297 has a population of approximately 28,172. The median household income is $40,568. The median home value is $165,363. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 30297 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 30297's overall crime rate is 21% above the national average (index 121 vs 100). Within Forest Park, 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.