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Assault in Brentwood, Tennessee (2026)

373.2 per 100K · 39% above national avg · Grade C

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Brentwood has a assault rate of 373.2 per 100K, which is 39% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: C. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 268 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Brentwood, Tennessee is 373.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 39% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Brentwood's assault above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Brentwood vs State and National Averages

Brentwood
373.2
Tennessee Avg
318.6
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Brentwood

1 in 268

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Brentwood in a given year, based on the rate of 373.2 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 Brentwood

C
Violent Crime461.5/100K · 27% above avg
B-
Property Crime2014.9/100K · 10% above avg
C+
Murder6.8/100K · 19% above avg
C-
Robbery113.4/100K · 79% above avg

Assault in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Mount Juliet
B-
257.3
La Vergne
B-
223.3
Columbia
C+
309.4
Germantown
C+
320.6
Cleveland
C+
345.0
Collierville
C+
351.0

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Brentwood

How bad is assault in Brentwood?
As of 2026, Brentwood's assault rate of 373.2 per 100K is 39% above the national average. It ranks behind 63% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Brentwood?
As of 2026, 373.2 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 Brentwood?
Overall crime trends in Brentwood have been improving, which generally includes assault.
How does Brentwood's assault compare to Tennessee?
Brentwood's assault rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 373.2 per 100K is above the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Brentwood?
Based on the rate of 373.2 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 268 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 Brentwood safe from assault?
Assault is a concern in Brentwood. The rate of 373.2 per 100K is above the national average, ranking behind 63% of US cities. Take extra precautions.
Back to Brentwood 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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