Is Los Angeles or Sandy Springs Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Sandy Springs is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 52/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 1,602 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 28% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Sandy Springs has a 93% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 36.0x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Los Angeles | Sandy Springs | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 1,601.6 | +610.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 141.1 | +587.4 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 1.0 | +6.0 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 22.7 | +17.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 15.2 | +194.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 100.4 | +371.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 1,460.5 | +23.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 198.0 | +174.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 1,119.5 | -268.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 143.0 | +116.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Sandy Springs safer?
Sandy Springs is safer with a total crime rate of 1,602 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 28% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Sandy Springs has 141.1. Sandy Springs has lower violent crime.
About Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, a sprawling Southern California metropolis, is a major Pacific Rim gateway, home to Hollywood's film industry. Its diverse population of nearly 4 million people resides across a vast urban landscape bordered by mountains and the Pacific Ocean. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 3,796,352, Los Angeles has a total crime rate of 2,212.5 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 52/100 and a population coverage of 105,580, Sandy Springs has a total crime rate of 1,601.6 per 100,000 residents.