Is Douglas or Sandy Springs Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Douglas is safer than Sandy Springs (Safety Score 71/100 vs 53/100), with a total crime rate of 1,103 per 100,000 versus 1,602 for Sandy Springs — 31% lower. Douglas has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Douglas has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Sandy Springs is 9.0x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Douglas, GA?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Douglas | Sandy Springs | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,102.7 | 1,601.6 | -498.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 17.0 | 141.1 | -124.2 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 1.0 | -1.0 |
| Rape Rate | 8.5 | 22.7 | -14.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 0.0 | 15.2 | -15.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 8.5 | 100.4 | -91.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,085.8 | 1,460.5 | -374.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 67.9 | 198.0 | -130.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,009.4 | 1,119.5 | -110.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 8.5 | 143.0 | -134.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Douglas or Sandy Springs safer?
Douglas is safer with a total crime rate of 1,103 per 100K vs 1,602 for Sandy Springs — a 31% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Douglas has a violent crime rate of 17.0 per 100K while Sandy Springs has 141.1. Douglas has lower violent crime.
About Douglas, GA
Douglas, the county seat of Coffee County, is named for Stephen A. Douglas. Located in South Georgia's coastal plain, it has a population of over 17,000. With a safety score of 71/100 and a population coverage of 11,789, Douglas has a total crime rate of 1,102.7 per 100,000 residents.
About Sandy Springs, GA
Sandy Springs, a northern suburb of Atlanta, was incorporated in 2005 after a long history of community activism. It's home to the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and has a diverse population. With a safety score of 53/100 and a population coverage of 105,580, Sandy Springs has a total crime rate of 1,601.6 per 100,000 residents.