The city of Gainesville, FL, specifically the zip code of 32601, has a higher rate of violent and property crime compared to the national average. According to the background information provided, the rate of violent crime in 32601 is 53.2, significantly higher than the national average of 22.7. This means that residents in this area are more likely to experience violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. Additionally, the rate of property crime in 32601 is 65.1, which is also higher than the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. These statistics paint a concerning picture of the crime in this area, and it is important for residents to take precautions to ensure their safety and protect their property.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Gainesville (zip 32601) violent crime is 53.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Gainesville (zip 32601) property crime is 65.1. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Gainesville, Florida does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Palatka, Florida. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Palatka, Florida. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.