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Assault in Goodlettsville, Tennessee (2026)

198.3 per 100K · 26% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Goodlettsville has a assault rate of 198.3 per 100K, which is 26% below the national average of 268.2. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 504 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Goodlettsville, Tennessee is 198.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 26% below the national average of 268.2. That puts Goodlettsville's assault below the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Goodlettsville vs State and National Averages

Goodlettsville
198.3
Tennessee Avg
318.6
National Avg
268.2

Rates per 100,000 residents. 2023 FBI UCR data.

Your Odds: Assault in Goodlettsville

1 in 504

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Goodlettsville in a given year, based on the rate of 198.3 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Assault?

Aggravated assault is an unlawful attack by one person upon another for the purpose of inflicting severe bodily injury, typically involving a weapon or means likely to produce death or great harm.

Other Crime Types in Goodlettsville

B-
Violent Crime325.8/100K · 10% below avg
C+
Property Crime2130.6/100K · 16% above avg
C+
Murder6.6/100K · 16% above avg
B-
Robbery56.7/100K · 10% below avg

Assault in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
White House
C+
279.5
Dickson
C+
273.6
Greeneville
C+
349.8
Sevierville
B-
266.8
Dyersburg
B-
253.5
Nolensville
C+
350.4

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Goodlettsville

How bad is assault in Goodlettsville?
As of 2026, Goodlettsville's assault rate of 198.3 per 100K is 26% below the national average. It ranks behind 41% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Goodlettsville?
As of 2026, 198.3 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 268.2 per 100K.
Is assault increasing in Goodlettsville?
Crime in Goodlettsville has trended upward recently, though specific assault trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Goodlettsville's assault compare to Tennessee?
Goodlettsville's assault rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 198.3 per 100K is below the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Goodlettsville?
Based on the rate of 198.3 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 504 residents could be affected by assault in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Goodlettsville safe from assault?
Goodlettsville is about average for assault. The rate of 198.3 per 100K is below the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Goodlettsville safety overviewHow we calculate grades

2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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