Yatesville, GA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 76% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Yatesville Safe?
Yes — Yatesville is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Yatesville has a crime rate that is 40% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 484.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 484
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
46% 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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Yatesville 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
|
59 | -41% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
49 | -51% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
70 | -30% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
63 | -37% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
66 | -34% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
38 | -62% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
27 | -73% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Yatesville, GA?
Yatesville, GA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 40% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 484 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 125 chance for property crime. Yatesville has lower crime than 76% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Yatesville, GA safe to live in?
Yatesville 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 Yatesville is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Yatesville?
The estimated violent crime rate in Yatesville is 206.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 46% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 484 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.9 per 100K (41% below average); aggravated assault at 130.8 per 100K (51% below average); robbery at 51.9 per 100K (30% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Yatesville?
The estimated property crime rate in Yatesville is 799.8 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 179.3 per 100K (34% below average); larceny/theft at 533.4 per 100K (62% below average); vehicle theft at 87.1 per 100K (73% below average).
How does Yatesville crime compare to the national average?
Yatesville's overall crime rate is 40% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (30% below average), while vehicle theft is 73% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Yatesville has lower crime than 76% of them.
Is Yatesville safe to visit?
Yatesville 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 Yatesville crime compare to the rest of Georgia?
Georgia as a whole has crime that is 9% above the national average. Yatesville's crime rate is 40% below the national average, making it safer the typical Georgia city.
What type of crime is most common in Yatesville?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Yatesville, with an estimated rate of 533.4 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 62% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (800 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (207 per 100K) in Yatesville, which is consistent with national trends.