Oliver Springs, TN has safety grade D, a population of about 3,918, an overall crime rate near 2,272 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 Oliver Springs, TN is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Oliver Springs, TN for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Crime Analysis & Safety Report - City Oliver Springs, TN
Oliver Springs, TN crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 9.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 11.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
D
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
9.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
Oliver Springs, 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 (50.6% 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 89 incidents suggests Oliver Springs maintains good community safety standards.
Comparison Insights
Oliver Springs demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Oliver Springs, TN Crime Analysis
Based on the provided data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US4755800, a total of 89 crimes were recorded. Property crime constitutes the most significant portion of the reported incidents, accounting for 45 out of the 89 crimes. Within property crime, larceny/theft offenses are the most prevalent, with 28 incidents, followed by motor vehicle theft with 11 incidents, and destruction/damage/vandalism of property with 6 incidents. Assault is the second most frequent crime category, with 34 reported incidents, all classified as assault offenses. "Others" category accounts for 8 incidents, with counterfeiting/forgery being more common (6 incidents) than fraud offenses (2 incidents). Sex offenses are the least frequent, with a total of 2 incidents reported. To provide a more comprehensive analysis, additional information is needed, such as the city and state associated with GEOID 16000US4755800, the population of that area, and the time period the data covers. With this information, we could calculate crime rates per 100,000 population, compare these rates to state and national averages, and assess the overall safety of the area. Furthermore, data on median income, safety scores, safety grades, violent crime rates, property crime rates, crime map data, and zip codes would allow for a more nuanced understanding of the factors influencing crime in this specific location.
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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 Oliver Springs, 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 Oliver Springs, 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.
Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.
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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