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Many communities across Georgia, especially suburbs around the Atlanta metro area, continue to stand out as exceptionally safe places to live, work, and raise a family.

According to the newly released 2026 report from SafeWise, a leading home safety and security research group, several familiar names and one newcomer top the list of the state’s safest cities based on the latest FBI crime data.

Atlanta Metro Areas Among Georgia’s Safest Cities for 2026

SafeWise’s annual ranking, updated as of January 29, 2026, analyzes violent crime rates (murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault) and property crime rates (burglary, larceny, motor vehicle theft) per 1,000 residents.

The study draws from the most recent complete FBI reports—primarily 2023 city-level data and 2024 statewide figures—and includes only cities that submitted full crime statistics and met population reporting thresholds. A total of 94 Georgia cities qualified this year.

All of the top-ranked communities reported violent crime rates well under 1 per 1,000 residents, and notably, no murders occurred in any of Georgia’s safest cities. Many are suburbs tied to major metros like Atlanta, Augusta, and Savannah, highlighting how planned communities and strong local policing contribute to low crime environments.

Here are the Top 10 Safest Cities in Georgia for 2026, per SafeWise:

1. Senoia (Population: 6,263)
   Violent Crime Rate: 0.2 per 1,000 | Property Crime Rate: 2.1 per 1,000
   Senoia holds strong as Georgia’s safest city for the second consecutive year. This charming Coweta County town, famous for its “Fried Green Tomatoes” history and film locations, maintains remarkably low crime across the board.
2. Auburn (NEW to the list; Population: 10,527)
   Violent Crime Rate: 0.0 per 1,000 | Property Crime Rate: 4.0 per 1,000
   A newcomer to the top rankings, Auburn earns a spot with zero reported violent crimes, making an impressive debut.
3. Grovetown (+7 spots; Population: 18,169)
   Violent Crime Rate: 0.6 per 1,000 | Property Crime Rate: 2.0 per 1,000
   Near Augusta, Grovetown saw dramatic improvements—a 62.5% drop in violent crime and 51% reduction in property crime year-over-year—jumping significantly in the rankings.
4. Holly Springs (-1; Population: 20,625)
   Violent Crime Rate: 0.0 per 1,000 | Property Crime Rate: 4.8 per 1,000
   Another community with zero violent crimes reported, Holly Springs (Cherokee County, northwest of Atlanta) remains a consistent performer.
5. Jefferson (+3; Population: 16,643)
   Violent Crime Rate: 0.3 per 1,000 | Property Crime Rate: 4.6 per 1,000
   This Jackson County city continues to show steady declines in crime.
6. Tyrone (-2; Population: 8,025)
   Violent Crime Rate: 0.5 per 1,000 | Property Crime Rate: 4.7 per 1,000
   A Fayette County suburb south of Atlanta, Tyrone offers small-town safety with easy metro access.
7. Johns Creek (-2; Population: 81,056)
   Violent Crime Rate: 0.3 per 1,000 | Property Crime Rate: 5.5 per 1,000
   The largest city on the list (and a key Atlanta suburb in Fulton County), Johns Creek impresses with its low rates despite a sizable population.
8. Rincon (-2; Population: 11,833)
   Violent Crime Rate: 0.5 per 1,000 | Property Crime Rate: 5.3 per 1,000
   Located near Savannah, Rincon maintains solid safety numbers.
9. Milton (-2; Population: 41,603)
   Violent Crime Rate: 0.9 per 1,000 | Property Crime Rate: 4.7 per 1,000
   Another north Fulton County gem, Milton is known for its equestrian culture and family-friendly vibe.
10. Peachtree City (+1; Population: 40,820)
    Violent Crime Rate: 0.2 per 1,000 | Property Crime Rate: 8.0 per 1,000
    Famous for its golf cart paths, this Fayette County planned community saw improvements and edged back up the list.

SafeWise notes that several top cities, including Grovetown, Jefferson, and Peachtree City, achieved year-over-year reductions in both violent and property crime categories.

These rankings reflect ongoing community efforts, effective law enforcement, and resident vigilance in keeping neighborhoods secure.

While Atlanta itself faces higher urban crime challenges, many surrounding suburbs demonstrate that safety remains a hallmark of Georgia living in 2026.

Residents in these areas enjoy peace of mind alongside proximity to big-city amenities.

For the full report, including methodology details and more cities, visit the SafeWise website. Stay safe, Atlanta!

Final Word

The Atlanta real estate market has its share of nice neighborhoods — and all of them deal with rising pricetags, crime and gentrification.

For example, Buckhead is not only a great place to eat and to see and do things, but the affluent enclave is a great place to live as well, among other parts of the city.