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The safest neighborhoods in Gainesville, GA
Ranked from the 9 Gainesville areas we score. Top of the list means low recent crime, steady household income, and streets that stay comfortable on foot into the evening.
- 1Northwest Gainesville· GainesvilleSignificantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to state and national averages84Go
- 2North Gainesville· GainesvilleSignificantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to the Gainesville city center83Go
- 3Northeast Gainesville· GainesvilleLow rates of violent crime compared to larger metro hubs77Go, stay aware
- 4West Gainesville· GainesvilleRelatively low rates of violent crime compared to larger metro areas76Go, stay aware
- 5Downtown Gainesville· GainesvilleLow violent crime rates within the central commercial and dining district76Go, stay aware
- 6Southwest Gainesville· GainesvilleViolent crime rates are low compared to urban regional centers across northern Georgia73Go, stay aware
- 7Southeast Gainesville· GainesvilleLower rate of violent street crime compared to large metropolitan cores71Go, stay aware
- 8East Gainesville· GainesvilleRich concentration of authentic Latin American restaurants, bakeries, and markets68Go, stay aware
- 9South Gainesville· GainesvilleVibrant cluster of authentic international dining and specialized markets66Go, stay aware
How we score
One score out of 100, weighted first on recent violent and property crime and local news, then on Census economics (income, poverty, employment), housing, education and household access measures. Walk and bike scores are shown separately so transport never inflates a safety number. Scores refresh nightly.