Posted in Alabama August 08, 2015 by

Here Are The 10 Safest And Most Peaceful Places To Live In Alabama

There are many great cities in Alabama to call home. According to Safewise Community Outreach, the 10 cities listed below have the least amount of crime and are considered to be the safest cities in Alabama. Safewise used FBI crime data to form this list, and only included cities with a population of 4,500 or more.

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1. Margaret, AL (Population: Approx. 4,500)
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Margaret, located in St. Clair County, became a city in 2011. It was once the most populated community in St. Clair County during its early mining days. Violent Crimes per 1,000: .22 / Property Crimes per 1,000: 6.68
2. Helena, AL (Population: Approx. 17,500)
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Located in Jefferson and Shelby Counties, Helena was founded in 1877 on the banks of Buck Creek. This city is a wonderful place to live and raise children. Violent Crimes per 1,000: .64 / Property Crimes per 1,000: 10.18
3. Southside, AL (Population: Approx. 8,500)
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Southside, located on the banks of the Coosa River, is one of the fastest growing cities in Etowah County. This Alabama city was incorporated in 1957 and is the perfect place to call home. Violent Crimes per 1,000: 1.06 / Property Crimes per 1,000: 12.33
4. Mountain Brook, AL (Population: Approx. 21,000)
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Mountain Brook, located in Jefferson County, is one of the wealthiest communities in the U.S. Violent Crimes per 1,000: .39 / Property Crimes per 1,000: 14.77
5. Vestavia Hills, AL (Population: Approx. 34,000)
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Vestavia Hills is located in Jefferson and Shelby Counties. The development of this Alabama city began in 1946 as a subdivision, and it eventually became a city in 1950. Violent Crimes per 1,000: .64 / Property Crimes per 1,000: 14.76
6. Hokes Bluff, AL (Population: Approx. 4,500)
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The scenic hills and beautiful fresh water are what make Hokes Bluff (Etowah County) such a great place to live. Violent Crimes per 1,000: .69 / Property Crimes per 1,000: 15.58
7. Brent, AL (Population: Approx. 4,500)
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Located in Bibb County, Brent is a strong Christian community full of caring and hard-working citizens. The citizens truly believe in helping out their fellow neighbors. Violent Crimes per 1,000: 3.43 / Property Crimes per 1,000: 12.94
8. Pleasant Grove, AL (Population: Approx. 10,000)
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Pleasant Grove, located in Jefferson County, is a community rich in uniqueness for tradition and family. Its motto is "The Good Neighbor City." Violent Crimes per 1,000: 1.67 / Property Crimes per 1,000: 14.76
9. Moody, AL (Population: Approx. 14,000)
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Located in St. Clair County, Moody is one of the fastest growing cities in Alabama. Violent Crimes per 1,000: 1.51 / Property Crimes per 1,000: 15.05
10. Fayette, AL (Population: Approx. 4,500)
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Fayette, of Fayette County, is a community with strong interest in the arts, education and athletics. Violent Crimes per 1,000: 2.37 / Property Crimes per 1,000: 14.49

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