Dresden, TN has safety grade D, a population of about 2,924, an overall crime rate near 1,300 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether Dresden, TN is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Dresden, TN for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Crime Analysis & Safety Report - City Dresden, TN
Dresden, TN crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 5.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 7.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
D
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
5.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
Dresden, TN demonstrates excellent safety with a A+ safety rating. The area maintains low crime rates and is considered very safe for residents and visitors.
Safety Recommendations
With property crimes being more prevalent (55.3% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.
Trend Analysis
The relatively low crime count of 38 incidents suggests Dresden maintains good community safety standards.
Comparison Insights
Dresden demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Dresden, TN Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US4721540, a total of 38 crimes were recorded. The most prevalent crime category is property crime, accounting for 21 incidents. Within property crime, larceny/theft offenses are the most frequent, with 14 incidents, followed by motor vehicle theft (4 incidents) and destruction/damage/vandalism of property (3 incidents). Assault is the second most common crime category, with 14 incidents, all classified as assault offenses. The "others" category accounts for 3 incidents, all classified as fraud offenses. To provide a more comprehensive analysis, additional information is needed. The city and state associated with GEOID 16000US4721540 are required to determine the population, median income, and calculate crime rates per 100k. Once the population is known, the overall crime rate, violent crime rate (based on the assault data), and property crime rate can be calculated. This information would also allow for comparison with state and national averages. Furthermore, a safety score and grade cannot be determined without a standardized scoring system and comparative data. Crime map data, zip codes, and more in-depth insights would require access to a broader dataset and geographical information system (GIS) tools.
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Safest Zip Codes
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38132
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Safety209.2
Per 1K209
Total Crimes38131
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Safety209.2
Per 1K209
Total Crimes37213
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Safety149.2
Per 1K149
Total Crimes37201
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Safety141.2
Per 1K141
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FAQ about crime in Dresden, TN
Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.
The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Dresden, TN.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
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Data sources & further reading
PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.
Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.
Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.
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Housing affordability, fair-market rents, and market reports from HUD.
Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.
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