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Violent Crime in Brentwood, Tennessee (2026)

461.5 per 100K · 27% above national avg · Grade C

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Brentwood has a violent crime rate of 461.5 per 100K, which is 27% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 217 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Brentwood, Tennessee is 461.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 27% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Brentwood's violent crime above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Brentwood vs State and National Averages

Brentwood
461.5
Tennessee Avg
433.0
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Brentwood

1 in 217

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Brentwood in a given year, based on the rate of 461.5 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Violent Crime?

Violent crime includes offenses where force or the threat of force is used against a victim. The FBI classifies four crimes as violent: murder and non-negligent manslaughter, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.

Other Crime Types in Brentwood

B-
Property Crime2014.9/100K · 10% above avg
C+
Murder6.8/100K · 19% above avg
C
Assault373.2/100K · 39% above avg
C-
Robbery113.4/100K · 79% above avg
C+
Burglary328.4/100K · 22% above avg
C+
Theft1471.2/100K · 5% above avg
B
Vehicle Theft185.3/100K · 42% below avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Mount Juliet
B-
342.0
La Vergne
C+
366.2
Columbia
C+
442.8
Germantown
C+
368.2
Cleveland
C+
455.7
Collierville
C+
440.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Brentwood

How bad is violent crime in Brentwood?
As of 2026, Brentwood's violent crime rate of 461.5 per 100K is 27% above the national average. It ranks behind 61% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Brentwood?
As of 2026, 461.5 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 363.8 per 100K.
Is violent crime increasing in Brentwood?
Overall crime trends in Brentwood have been improving, which generally includes violent crime.
How does Brentwood's violent crime compare to Tennessee?
Brentwood's violent crime rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 461.5 per 100K is above the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Brentwood?
Based on the rate of 461.5 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 217 residents could be affected by violent crime in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Brentwood safe from violent crime?
Violent Crime is a concern in Brentwood. The rate of 461.5 per 100K is above the national average, ranking behind 61% 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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