Located in Barbour County, Alabama, Clayton has a lower crime rate compared to the rest of the United States. With a violent crime rate of 18.2, which is lower than the national average of 22.7, and a property crime rate of 18.9, which is significantly lower than the US average of 35.4, Clayton residents can feel a sense of safety in their community. However, the town is not completely immune to crime. In recent years, there have been reports of burglaries and thefts, causing concern among residents. The local police department has been working diligently to address and prevent these crimes, but it serves as a reminder that even in a relatively safe town like Clayton, residents must remain vigilant and take precautions to protect themselves and their belongings.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Clayton violent crime is 18.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Clayton property crime is 18.9. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.