Oliver Springs, TN Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Oliver Springs Safe?
Yes — Oliver Springs is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Oliver Springs has a crime rate that is 50% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 556.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 556
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
53% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 125
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
56% lower than national average
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Oliver Springs Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
47 | -53% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
44 | -56% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
52 | -48% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
60 | -40% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
68 | -32% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
36 | -64% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
36 | -64% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Oliver Springs Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Oliver Springs, TN?
Oliver Springs, TN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 50% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 556 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 125 chance for property crime. Oliver Springs has lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Oliver Springs, TN safe to live in?
Oliver Springs is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Oliver Springs is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Oliver Springs?
The estimated violent crime rate in Oliver Springs is 179.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 53% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 556 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.3 per 100K (53% below average); aggravated assault at 118.7 per 100K (56% below average); robbery at 38.6 per 100K (48% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Oliver Springs?
The estimated property crime rate in Oliver Springs is 800.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 56% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 125 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 182.9 per 100K (32% below average); larceny/theft at 501.6 per 100K (64% below average); vehicle theft at 115.6 per 100K (64% below average).
How does Oliver Springs crime compare to the national average?
Oliver Springs's overall crime rate is 50% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is burglary (32% below average), while larceny/theft is 64% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Oliver Springs has lower crime than 95% of them.
Is Oliver Springs safe to visit?
Oliver Springs is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 56% below 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 Oliver Springs crime compare to the rest of Tennessee?
Tennessee as a whole has crime that is 10% above the national average. Oliver Springs's crime rate is 50% below the national average, making it safer the typical Tennessee city.
What type of crime is most common in Oliver Springs?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Oliver Springs, with an estimated rate of 501.6 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 64% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (800 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (180 per 100K) in Oliver Springs, which is consistent with national trends.